Swansea City have signed Slovenia striker Zan Vipotnik on a four-year contract following his mutual termination with Bordeaux.
Following major financial issues, the French team conceded demotion to the third tier and gave up their professional title.
Player contracts were later terminated as part of a cost-cutting strategy at the club.
That has allowed Vipotnik, 22, to join the Swans on a free transfer.
The 10-cap Slovenia international came on as a substitute in his team’s 1-1 draw with Serbia at Euro 2024 in June.
He scored 10 goals in 37 Ligue 2 appearances for Bordeaux during his one season in the south-west of France.
Following his departure from Bordeaux, which he had joined from Maribor in 2023, Vipotnik stated on social media: “Heartbroken to say farewell under these circumstances.
“My time at Bordeaux has been nothing short of extraordinary, owing to this fantastic club and the enthusiastic fans who welcomed me with open arms.
“It’s sad to see the club suffering such hardships, but I trust in Bordeaux’s spirit and know it will rise again.
“Until we meet again.”
The acquisition is a significant boost for Swansea, who are woefully short on forward options after losing Jamal Lowe and Jerry Yates this summer, with the latter joining Derby County on loan. Academy product Liam Cullen and Ukrainian Mykola Kuharevich are the only other senior frontmen at the club – although the latter is attracting transfer interest from Hibernian. Swansea remain in the market for at least one winger and a central defender, while injuries to certain members of the squad could also mean further additions are required before the summer transfer deadline. Luke Williams’ side begin their 2024-25 Championship campaign against Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium on Saturday, 10 August. Vipotnik is set to travel to Wales next week to link up with his new team-mates ahead of that game.
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