Swansea seeks loan for centre-half after injuries to Cabango, Burgess

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:11 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Swansea seeks loan for centre-half after injuries to Cabango, Burgess

Summary

Lee Trundle has expressed the need for Swansea City to find a reliable centre-half on loan following injuries to key defenders. Club captain Ben Cabango sustained a heel injury during a 0-0 draw with Sheffield United, potentially joining Cameron Burgess on the injury list, as Burgess is likely out for the season due to an Achilles injury. Swansea manager Vitor Matos is looking to bolster the squad's defensive options. With the current reshuffle in defense, Trundle emphasizes the importance of acquiring a starting-quality player rather than settling for inexperienced options.

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•Cabango injured his heel, may miss several matches.
•Burgess is expected to be sidelined for the entire season.
•Swansea had a 0-0 draw against Sheffield United.
•Manager Vitor Matos aims to enhance defensive depth.
•Trundle stresses the need for a proven centre-half.

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8:11 AMYahoo Sports — Swansea need 'proper centre-half' on loan - Trundle

What they're saying

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Lee Trundle would like to see Swansea City dip into the loan market for a "proper centre-half" after recent injuries to Ben Cabango and Cameron Burgess. Club captain Cabango was forced off the field midway through the second half of Swansea's 0-0 draw with Sheffield United on Saturday after injuring his heel. The 26-year-old could therefore join Burgess, who looks to be out for the season with a serious Achilles injury, on the unavailable list.
— Yahoo Sports

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