As a swans fan myself, it doesn’t surprise to see Pablo Hernandez move on, although the destination seems a little odd. In, what is believe to be, a fee of near £4million the Spanish winger has moved to Qatari side Al Arabi. Money being an obvious factor here.



It is a little bit of a shame to see him move on, because at times he was a fantastic member of the team. However, when he was good, he was very good, but when he was bad, he was extremely bad. He lacked consistent performances. As a winger, goals were never really his focal point after scoring only five time in 57 appearances for the Swans. But, the only real disappointment I feel is that since Garry Monk has been in charge, his performances have improved and he suited the more central role that he was given by Monk.

But as I said, it didn’t come as much as a surprise. Last season brought about some of the most energy-lacking performances I’ve ever seen as a fan, and I was glad to see Michael Laudrup given the axe. Changes in the squad were a given this summer and some of the big names who haven’t lived up to expectations have had to go.

This summer is most definitely a summer of rebuilding for the Jacks with the additions of Lukas Fabianksi and Bafetimbi Gomis exciting the fans. But as well as this, it is great to see some deadweight leave in this so-called “Laudrup Cull.” Leroy Lita, David Ngog and Alvaro Vazquez the most pleasing to see leave. However I don’t think Monk is finished there, Jose Cañas and Alejandro Pozuelo are both expected to leave after both displeasing performances and off the field issues. The nost noticeable departure is Michu.

Despite these departures, most Swansea fans will have faith in club legend Monk, and chairman Huw Jenkins to do what’s right for the club.