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Swansea City must regret transfer decision amid injury to 26-year-old: Opinion

Swansea City not signing a right-back in the summer transfer window is coming back to haunt them following the injury to Josh Key.

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 6:35 AM
Swansea City must regret transfer decision amid injury to 26-year-old: Opinion
Key Things to Know
  • Euan Walsh argues Swansea City must regret not signing a backup right-back following Josh Key's injury.
  • Josh Key suffered a hamstring injury against Burnley and is expected to miss several weeks.
  • Natural centre-back Filip Lissah deputized at right-back during Swansea City's victory against Lincoln City.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The72's Euan Walsh argues that Swansea City should regret failing to sign a backup right-back during the summer transfer window following an injury to Josh Key. The 26-year-old defender suffered a hamstring injury against Burnley and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, leaving manager Vitor Matos with limited specialist options at the position.

Natural centre-back Filip Lissah filled in effectively at right-back during Swansea's victory over Lincoln City, and Walsh suggests the 21-year-old can provide capable temporary cover. Key had established strong form this season, helping Championship-leading Swansea maintain three clean sheets before his injury.

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