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Vitor Matos must give 21-year-old his Swansea City debut after latest suspension blow: Opinion

Swansea City are yet to hand Tom Iorpenda his first start for the club and their next fixture against West Brom could be the perfect time.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 9:00 AM
Vitor Matos must give 21-year-old his Swansea City debut after latest suspension blow: Opinion
Key Things to Know
  • Euan Walsh argues Vitor Matos should hand Tom Iorpenda his Swansea City debut following Marko Stamenic's suspension.
  • Midfielder Marko Stamenic received a red card against Birmingham City and faces a three-match ban.
  • The 21-year-old midfielder joined Swansea City from Huddersfield Town for £1m on a deal running until 2029.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The72 writer Euan Walsh argues that Swansea City manager Vitor Matos should hand 21-year-old midfielder Tom Iorpenda his first start for the club against West Brom. Midfielder Marko Stamenic will serve a three-match suspension following a red card against Birmingham City, which Walsh believes creates an ideal opening for the summer arrival.

Iorpenda joined Swansea from Huddersfield Town for £1m on a contract running until 2029 but is yet to make an appearance. Walsh notes that if the midfielder cannot secure playing time, Swansea should consider arranging a loan move to League One during the winter period.

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