Swansea City officials have received 'death threats'

Swansea City are in their seventh season in the Championship since relegation from the Premier League in 2018

People involved with running Swansea City have received death threats over perceived failings at the club, says Swansea City's Supporters Trust.

The Swans have slipped to 17th in the Championship having collected just one point from their past five games.

The Supporters Trust is calling for an urgent fans' forum, but has also hit out at "unacceptable" abuse.

"We are very aware of a number of personal attacks, vile insults and even death threats that have recently been directed towards many people involved with Swansea City, including their families," the Trust said.

"We accept and understand that scrutiny and criticism come with whatever roles we play to try and make Swansea City something we can all be proud of. Passions are obviously running high at present and sometimes we may not get it right.

"But to hear and receive some of what has come into the club and the Trust over the past few days is unacceptable, will not be tolerated, and has absolutely no place in society."

In a letter to fans, the Trust said that a failure to make January signings and speculation about the future of head coach Luke Williams and captain Matt Grimes - who is subject to interest from Coventry City - have worsened the morale of fans.

"Poor results, lacklustre performances and speculation surrounding approaches for our head coach and more recently our captain have had a demoralising effect, particularly among supporters," it said.

"Fans are also rightly concerned that we are headed for another disappointing end to the transfer window and what knock-on effect that may have on our status as a Championship club.

"In short, those of us who passionately follow the club are understandably becoming increasingly frustrated, concerned and discouraged by recent events."

The Trust is urging chairman Andy Coleman to call a fans forum at the close of the transfer window and to commit to two meetings per season going forward.

Swansea City have been approached for comment.