Here's your round-up of all the latest Swansea City news for Wednesday, May 10.
Jenkins signs new deal
Swansea City under-21s defender Kian Jenkins has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until June 2024.
Jenkins, who's capable of playing on either flank, returned to action back in October 2022 following a spell on the sidelines with injury, and has impressed with his recent form.
Commenting on the 18-year-old Wales youth international's progress, coach Anthony Wright said: "I'm immensely proud of Kian, and it's testament to his attitude. His application is something that anyone in our dressing room could follow.
"He applies himself so well, does everything right and even during times of real adversity over the last couple of years he has worked diligently.
"He's never been down on himself and he's kept himself going. We've got him back on the grass over the last six months, and that's only going to be good for next season.
"But what he's shown in that time has led to this moment. He's come through the pathway system and has been at this club since he was really young.
"We're all delighted for Kian, he's been through so much, so it's only upwards from here for him."
Ntcham pays tribute to fans
Olivier Ntcham has praised Swansea City fans for their loyalty over the last season, and says the Swans are already targeting a top six finish next season.
“I’m really proud for myself and the team,” he said after the win over West Bromwich Albion on Monday.
“I think it was a long, tough season for everyone. We had good moments and bad moments. For me, I ended the season on eight goals, which I’m proud of, but I think I can do better.
“It was a pleasure to play in front of the fans this season. They supported us, even in the difficult times, and we were all in it together and that is the best for the team and manager.
“I think it’s really positive because we know each other now and we got very close to the play-offs. I think next season that can be our target.”
Under-21s smash 10 past Birmingham
Meanwhile, Swansea City's under-21s rounded off their season in style by smashing Birmingham City 10-1 at the Swansea.com Stadium.
A Josh Thomas hat-trick and goals from Joe Thomas and Liam Smith put the hosts into a stunning 5-0 lead at half-time as the shell-shocked Blues crumbled in south Wales.
Josh Thomas then netted his fourth of the afternoon, before Cameron Congreve, Tivonge Rushesha, Corey Hurford and captain Sam Leverett all added to the scoreline on an incredible day for the young Swans.
Swansea City Under-21s: Evan Watts, Joe Thomas, Sam Leverett (captain), Azeem Abdulai (Mitchell Bates 54), Filip Lissah, Tivonge Rushesha, Cameron Congreve (Corey Hurford 54), Joel Cotterill, Josh Thomas (Ruben Davies 54), Ben Lloyd, Liam Smith (Kian Jenkins 77).
Unused Substitutes: Remy Mitchell.
Birmingham City Under-21s: Oliver Basey, Trialist, Mitchell Roberts, Tommy Fogarty, Rico Browne (captain), Keyendrah Simmonds (Ifeoluwa Oni 20), Trialist, Kieran Wakefield (Trialist 77), Finley Thorndike, Rico Patterson, Joshua Andrews (Cameron Eubank 64).
Unused Substitutes: Alfie Brooks.
EFL reveal key dates for next season
The new EFL season will kick off on the first weekend of August.
Next season's timeframe will largely be in line with previous years, after the latest campaign incorporated a break for the scheduling of the winter World Cup.
Fixtures will be released on Thursday, June 22, ahead of the opening weekend, which will run from Friday, August 4 to Sunday, August 6.
The Carabao Cup first round will take place in the week commencing Monday, August 7, with the final at Wembley pencilled in for February 24, 2024.
The Championship play-off final will be on Sunday, May 26, 2024.
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