Swansea City have confirmed the signing of Stephen Welsh, ahead of his exit from Celtic.
The Championship side, who already have Adam Idah within their ranks, have secured the 26-year-old on a two-year-deal, with the option of a further 12 months.
Speaking to club media following the announcement, Welsh said, “I am delighted to be joining Swansea, it’s a big club with a proud history.
✍️ Welcome to Wales, Welsh! 🏴 We are pleased to confirm the club has reached an agreement to complete the signing of defender Stephen Welsh. 👉 https://t.co/npbC5f0K0C pic.twitter.com/oU0WDK5lhT
— Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) June 10, 2026
“They made it clear that they really wanted me, and with the way the head coach spoke about the club, the environment he wants to create and the way he wants to play; it was a no-brainer.
“The Championship is a brilliant division, and one I am excited to be playing my football in and challenging myself in. I have experience but I am also young enough to be ready for a new opportunity and a new chapter in my career.
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“I am really looking forward to getting to South Wales and playing in front of the supporters.
“I hope we can improve on last season and achieve what we want to, because we have got some great players here and the plans for the future are exciting.”
Swansea head coach Vitor Matos added, “Stephen is an experienced player who will add quality to our squad.
“He is calm, mobile and used to playing for teams who look to be dominant with and without the ball.
“We are really pleased to have come to an agreement, and we are looking forward to starting work with him during pre-season."
