Swansea complete Sinclair swoop

09 August 2010 19:16
Swansea boss Brendan Rodgers has used his Chelsea connections to complete the signing of young winger Scott Sinclair for an initial £500,000.[LNB] Sinclair, who is well known to Rodgers from his days as youth team and then reserve team manager at Stamford Bridge, moves for an initial fee of £500,000, which could rise to over £1million with appearances and performance-related add-ons.[LNB]The 21-year-old has penned a three-year contract at the Liberty Stadium.[LNB]Sinclair came through the ranks at Chelsea, but failed to break into the first team and made just one start and four substitute appearances.[LNB]He was sent out on several loan spells, with his clubs including Wigan, Crystal Palace and QPR, and the move represents a real coup for the Swans.[LNB]"Scott is obviously a player I know well and I am delighted to sign him," Rodgers told the club's official website.[LNB]"He is a big talent and has been a sought-after player since he broke onto the scene.[LNB]"As far as I am concerned there is no better place for him than Swansea City. With this group of players, style of football and fantastic fans, this will be a great club for his development.[LNB]"He is only 21 and still has big potential. I think this will be a good home for him. He is a great signing for the present and the future and joins a group of exciting young players."[LNB]Swansea chairman Huw Jenkins added: "While everyone is aware that we run a tight ship here financially, we will always invest in the team when funds are available.[LNB]"I think this signing highlights our intent.[LNB]"It is also the club's priority to invest in bright, young talent wherever possible and I don't think you will find many young players with the talent Scott possesses."[LNB]The deal remains subject to Premier League and Football League ratification, meaning Sinclair, who has represented England at every level up to Under-20, will not be available for Swansea's Carling Cup clash with Barnet on Tuesday night.

Source: Team_Talk