Filip Lissah eager for progression and opportunities after signing long-term deal

Filip Lissah is looking forward to more progression and opportunities after committing his long-term future to Swansea City by putting pen to paper on a new contract with the club.

The centre-back has signed terms through to the end of June 2027, with the option for an additional 12 months.

The 19-year-old has enjoyed an outstanding campaign at under-21 level, skippering the development side to the final of the Nathaniel MG Cup.

Lissah also made his senior debut for the Swans against Bournemouth in the FA Cup and has been in the matchday squad on a handful of occasions.

He has been with Swansea City since the summer of 2021, after arriving in SA1 following a spell at Chelsea. 

"I'm delighted, I've enjoyed myself so much ever since I've joined the club," said Lissah.

"I have that sense of stability now, that's something that's been on my mind, and now I've got that.

"It's been a great season, to captain the under-21s in a cup final and make my senior debut in the space of a few days was a great experience.

"I know the results weren't great, but to have two amazing moments to remember was amazing.

"The minute I signed my scholarship here, all I have had in the back of my mind is to work towards a first-team debut at this club.

"I remember playing against Brighton with the under-21s, then getting the call to meet the team in Bournemouth the following day, and I didn't know I was going to come on and I did. It was a big moment for me and I want more of it."

Lissah - who hails from Kingston, south London -  had been at Chelsea for almost a decade before being released at 16 years of age.

The youngster also had a short trial at Derby County before making the move to join the Swans.

Lissah made the step up to under-21 level at the start of the 2022-23 season, and he signed his first professional contract in November 2022.

"Ever since I've joined, I've loved my time here and it was an easy decision to commit to here long-term," he added.

"I couldn't wait to sign, but the hard work doesn't stop here, and it's definitely not a time to just relax, I want to continue to work as hard as I can.

"Training and being in and around the first team has been amazing, you definitely learn a lot and you just better yourself everyday.

"With not long left to go in the season, I'd love to try and get a few more opportunities."