O'Brien says thanks as Swans wait and see over future

Lewis O'Brien has said thanks to Swansea City as the Championship club wait to see whether they have any chance of re-signing the midfielder next season.

O'Brien became a key figure after joining Swansea on loan during the mid-season window, making 16 appearances as the Welsh side pulled clear of relegation danger to finish 11th in the table.

Director of football Richard Montague says Swansea "would love" to bring O'Brien back for a second spell, but the 26-year-old's next move is in Forest's hands.

While O'Brien is unlikely to force his way back into the Premier League club's plans, there is considerable work to do if Swansea are to get their man.

Forest may well want a fee for O'Brien this summer, whether he departs on another loan or a permanent basis.

If Swansea can agree a deal with Forest, the former Huddersfield player's salary demands would be a significant hurdle to clear.

For his part, O'Brien said last month he would be open to the idea of rejoining the Swans.

And after his loan spell came to an end last weekend, O'Brien has said "a massive thank you to everyone at Swansea City" on social media.

"It's been a privilege to wear the shirt and be part of this club," he added.

"I've learned a lot during my time here and will always be grateful for the experience. Once a Jack, always a Jack."

Burnley defender Hannes Delcroix has also posted on social media after his loan stint at Swansea came to an end.

"Thank you Swansea, you were great!" he said.