Vitor Matos discusses transfer rumors surrounding Zan Vipotnik at Swansea
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:13 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Swansea City head coach Vitor Matos addressed the ongoing transfer speculation involving striker Zan Vipotnik amidst a challenging summer for the player. Vipotnik, who tallied 23 goals last season to lead the Championship, has been linked with a move but there have been no new offers since Hull City's bid was rejected. Matos praised Vipotnik's professionalism and commitment as he continues to play in Swansea's fixtures, with the next match against Derby County scheduled for Saturday. The club is prepared for a potential departure after bringing in Ross Stewart but remains under no pressure to sell the player, who recently signed a long-term contract.
- •Zan Vipotnik was the Championship's top scorer last season.
- •No recent offers for Vipotnik since a rejected bid from Hull City.
- •Matos emphasizes Vipotnik's professionalism during transfer speculation.
- •Swansea is prepared for Vipotnik's possible departure after signing Ross Stewart.
- •Swansea faces Derby County on Saturday, with Vipotnik expected to play.
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — Transfer talk not easy for Vipotnik - Matos
"Head coach Vitor Matos says a summer of transfer speculation has not been easy for Zan Vipotnik as the Slovenia striker waits to see whether he will stay at Swansea City. Vipotnik has been linked with a move having finished the 2025-26 season as the Championship's 23-goal leading scorer. Vipotnik has featured in Swansea's three games so far this season and should again be involved at Derby County on Saturday.
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