How Swansea refound their way as ambition returns
With Swansea City leading the Championship as the EFL returns, BBC Sport looks at how the club has brought back old values and new hopes.
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Notable Quotes
"You can see the ambition and the ideas are there."
— Steve Carroll , Influencer
"To be fair, they've delivered."
— Steve Carroll , Influencer
Key People
Majority shareholder of Swansea City and involved in the club's new American ownership.
Another notable former player of Swansea City who moved on to higher levels.
American entrepreneur and part of Swansea City's new ownership group.
Jobi McAnuff is a former Jamaica international football player and commentator.
Former Swansea player who was sold to balance the club's finances.
Oli McBurnie is a Scottish footballer who plays as a forward for Hull City.
Editor of the fanzine 'Swansea Oh Swansea' who discusses the club's recent ambition.
Vitor Matos is the head coach of Swansea City.
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With Swansea City leading the Championship as the EFL returns, BBC Sport looks at how the club has brought back old values and new hopes.
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