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Swansea City News Round-Up: Galbraith Signed, Wrexham's O'Brien Deal Hits Snags

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WalesOnline has confirmed that Ethan Galbraith has completed his move to Swansea City from Leyton Orient. Galbraith's decision to join the Swans was reportedly influenced by his desire to challenge himself in the Championship, having turned down Huddersfield Town's advances. Swansea City legend Darren Pratley, who played with Galbraith at Orient, believes the midfielder will be a great addition to the team, saying he is "brilliant" and "tenacious." Meanwhile, Wrexham's reported deal for Lewis O'Brien from Nottingham Forest has hit snags, with the club struggling to meet the midfielder's wage demands.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ethan Galbraith has completed his move to Swansea City from Leyton Orient, having turned down Huddersfield Town's advances.
  • Galbraith's decision to join Swansea was reportedly influenced by his desire to challenge himself in the Championship.
  • Darren Pratley, who played with Galbraith at Orient, believes the midfielder will be a great addition to the team, saying he is "brilliant" and "tenacious."
  • Wrexham's reported deal for Lewis O'Brien from Nottingham Forest has hit snags, with the club struggling to meet the midfielder's wage demands.
  • The Swans are still keeping a close eye on developments regarding O'Brien's potential transfer, despite Preston North End, Birmingham City, and Southampton also showing interest in the midfielder.
  • Hull City had previously lodged a bid similar to that of the Dragons, but their transfer embargo appears to have scuppered hopes of a move to Humberside.
  • Lewis O'Brien is reportedly set to break Wrexham's transfer record, but the move is now in doubt due to wage demands.

Statistics:

  • £750,000: the reportedfee Swansea City paid for Ethan Galbraith.
  • £8m: the previously reported valuation of Lewis O'Brien by Nottingham Forest.
  • £5m: the reported bid made by Wrexham for Lewis O'Brien.
  • 199: the number of appearances Darren Pratley made for Swansea City between 2006 and 2011.
  • 24: the age of Ethan Galbraith.

Sources:

  • WalesOnline
  • The Sun
  • Swansea City Newsletter

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