Swansea boss Williams 'hopeful' of attacking additions

Luke Williams was appointed as Swansea City boss in January 2024

Luke Williams says Swansea City are bidding to bolster their attacking options before Friday's 23:00 BST transfer deadline.

The Swans have brought in seven players during the summer, but their squad remains thin in areas, particularly with Josh Ginnelly, Sam Parker and Aimar Govea injured.

And ahead of his side's Championship trip to West Bromwich Albion on Saturday (15:00 BST), Williams confirmed he hopes to add a winger to his ranks to improve the depth of the squad.

"I’m not going to expect anything but I’m hopeful," said Williams.

"I think we could probably still do with one or two players to strengthen the squad.

"I certainly think in the wide areas, we're short. Probably in the top half of the pitch we're still a little bit short. That (attacking additions) would be welcome."

The Swans go into the clash with the Baggies on the back of a deeply disappointing 1-0 loss to Wycombe Wanderers in the second round of the Carabao Cup.

Williams - who made eight changes to his starting XI from the 1-1 league draw against Cardiff City - was furious with his side's performance against the League One outfit.

"I’m not going to accept certain performances, some players are just not applying themselves thoroughly and that’s not acceptable," he added.

"I think some players struggled with their quality, but that's a different issue, that's just about tolerable, but to be replaced because you're not applying yourself properly is a disgrace."

Williams also confirmed the club are exploring the option of playing a fixture during the international break in a bid to help certain members of the Swansea squad get up to speed.

"We're going to train and, to get a behind-closed-doors fixture is difficult, but it is something we've looked at," Williams said.

"You only get so many chances to play and prove yourself. Eventually there'll be no more chances."