Top scorer Vipotnik signs new Swansea contract

Zan Vipotnik played for Slovenian side Maribor before spending a year at Bordeaux prior to his move to Swansea [Huw Evans Picture Agency] Championship top scorer Zan Vipotnik has signed a new Swansea City contract which ties him to the Welsh club until the summer of 2030. The deal is a result of Vipotnik's fine form this season, in which the Slovenia international has scored 17 goals in 36 league appearances. Vipotnik's previous contract had been due to expire in 2028, with the new agreement rewarding him for his contribution whilst strengthening Swansea's hand should rival clubs try to sign him this summer.

The 24-year-old's impact was limited during 2024-25, his first season in English football following his move to Wales from French side Bordeaux. But he has made significant progress in this campaign, scoring 19 Swansea goals in 41 appearances across all competitions having managed only seven in 44 club games last term. "I am really enjoying my football here, the support I have from the coaching staff, my team-mates and supporters is incredible," Vipotnik said.

"I want to make sure we finish the season as strongly as possible, and I hope I can continue to help the team. " Vipotnik signed a four-year deal when he joined Swansea on a free transfer in August 2024 amid financial issues at Bordeaux. Yet there were doubts over his future in Wales in the early stages of this campaign, with Liam Cullen preferred in attack while then head coach Alan Sheehan pushed hard to complete the £6m signing of Adam Idah before the 1 September transfer deadline.

However, Vipotnik's early-season form – he scored three goals in August – convinced Swansea they could not allow him to leave despite interest from clubs in Europe. That has proved a wise decision, with Vipotnik leading the Championship scoring charts ahead of Coventry City's Haji Wright. Latest Swansea City news, analysis and fan views Listen to the latest Swansea City interviews, news and discussion on BBC Sounds "Zan has enjoyed an excellent season and his goals have played a big part in the positive results we have enjoyed," said Swansea head coach Vitor Matos.