Swansea City coach Matos focuses on Championship after contract extension
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:14 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Vitor Matos extended his contract with Swansea City until 2030, emphasizing that the Premier League remains the club's goal. However, he stressed the immediate focus is on competing effectively within the Championship, where Swansea prepares for its ninth consecutive season since relegation in 2018. Following a successful stint that eased relegation worries last season, Matos noted Swansea's ambition is demonstrated through recent signings totaling approximately £15 million. The club aims to further improve its squad before the transfer window closes, working on acquiring additional players in key positions.
- •Matos's contract runs until 2030 after taking charge in November 2025.
- •Swansea ended the 2025-26 season in 11th place.
- •The club spent around £15 million on recent signings this summer.
- •Matos focuses on improving the team's competitiveness in the Championship.
- •Swansea is looking to add more players before the transfer window closes.
- 5:14 AMYahoo Sports — Premier League always the goal - Swans boss Matos
- 5:13 AMBBC Sport — Premier League always the goal - Swans boss Matos
"Vitor Matos says the Premier League is "always the goal" after extending his stay at Swansea City until 2030.
"Vitor Matos says the Premier League is "always the goal" after extending his stay at Swansea City until 2030.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 5:14 AMPremier League always the goal - Swans boss Matos
Vitor Matos says the Premier League is "always the goal" after extending his stay at Swansea City until 2030.
- BBC SportAug 3, 2026, 5:13 AMPremier League always the goal - Swans boss Matos
Vitor Matos says the Premier League is "always the goal" after extending his stay at Swansea City until 2030.
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