Swansea City closes in on signing Ross Stewart from Southampton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Swansea City is nearing a deal to sign Scotland international Ross Stewart after his release from Southampton. The 30-year-old striker, who has four caps for Scotland, left St Mary’s following a contract dispute and was part of Scotland’s World Cup squad. Swansea's move for Stewart raises questions about the future of top scorer Zan Vipotnik, especially after the recent sale of Liam Cullen to Leicester City. Head coach Vitor Matos expressed an interest in both Stewart and Valencia midfielder Andre Almeida, indicating plans for further squad reinforcement before the transfer window closes.
- •Ross Stewart released from Southampton this summer
- •Stewart scored nine goals in 27 appearances last season
- •Swansea has sold Liam Cullen to Leicester City
- •Vitor Matos identifies Stewart as a key target
- •Swansea also interested in Andre Almeida from Valencia
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Swansea poised to sign Scotland striker Stewart
"Swansea City are closing in on the signing of Scotland international Ross Stewart after the striker was released by Championship rivals Southampton.
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