Kristian Fletcher joins Swansea City academy on loan

Kristian Fletcher has joined Swansea City’s Under-21 set-up on loan until January 2024, subject to international clearance.

The 18-year-old's move was completed prior to the conclusion of the summer transfer window, and has been confirmed following the player's arrival in south Wales.

The forward will link up with Anthony Wright’s squad for the first half of the season from MLS side DC United.

Fletcher has made a dozen MLS appearances for DC, scoring one goal, and had trials with clubs including Borussia Dortmund and Manchester United in the summer of 2022.

A United States youth international, he has been capped at under-15 and under-19 level.