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Blackburn Rovers’ Rudy Gestede has become the latest player to be linked with a move Swansea City ahead of the summer transfer window opening on June 9.

The Swans are reportedly interested the £7m-rated former Cardiff City striker, who has scored 20 goals this season, and he joins a long list of potential transfer targets being linked with the Liberty.

We take a look at the names in the frame and rate their suitability for joining Garry Monk’s reign.

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Rudy Gestede (Blackburn)

It’s probably not up there with the man from Decca Records who rejected The Beatles, but Cardiff City’s decision to sell the Benin international for £200,000 looks more and more exasperating. The 26-year-old has scored 20 goals for an average Blackburn side this season and is now rated at £7m.

Verdict: Though he has undoubtedly improved, £7m may be over the odds for Gestede. But he has shown he has quick feet, strength in the air and knows the way to goal. Could be worth a gamble at the right price.

Swans’ suitability: 8/10

Maciej Rybus (Terek Grozny)

The Polish winger is looking to leave Chechnya this summer and his ability to play on either flank has alerted clubs all over Europe. Swansea are among those keeping tabs on the 25-year-old, who has made 32 appearances for his country, but would be unwilling to enter a bidding war.

Verdict: Rybus is highly thought of in the Polish international set-up and Swansea goalkeeeper Lukasz Fabianski could persuade him his future lies in Wales. Would fit in to Swansea’s scheme of things.

Swans’ suitability: 7/10

Franck Tabanou (St Etienne)

Swansea’s need to add a quality left-back to their squad is well documented and highlighted by Neil Taylor’s suspension. After an initial enquiry in the January transfer window, reports say Les Verts defender Tabanou is high on their list and he has shown fine form in St Etienne’s Europa League bid.

Verdict: The 26-year-old is a polished performer and has helped lift Les Verts’ back into the public’s consciousness. There’s no doubt Swansea need a left-back and Tabanou would fit the bill.

Swans’ suitability: 9/10

Christian Fuchs (Schalke)

The 29-year-old left-back will be out of contract with the Bundesliga giants in the summer and is expected to move on from the Veltins-Arena. Fuchs, who has 65 caps for Austria, is free to speak to other clubs with Garry Monk keen to make a move according to reports in Germany.

Verdict: Though he’s not yet 30, Fuchs is vastly experienced and could provide the kind of competition Monk is looking for in his squad. Fuchs is also a dead-ball specialist which would give the Swans another on-field option at free-kicks.

Swans’ suitability: 8/10

Andre Pinto (Braga)

It’s not just the left, but the whole of Swansea’s defensive unit that needs strengthening, hence the link with Braga’s 6ft 4in centre-back. The 25-year-old earned his first Portugal cap in March and has impressed since returning to his homeland from Greek club Panathinaikos.

Verdict: The defender is a fiery competitor, shown by his red card on his Portuguese debut against Cape Verde. Any discipline problems would need to be curbed in the Premier League, but if he could do that then he would make an excellent acquisition.

Swans’ suitability: 6/10

Aleksandar Mitrovic (Anderlecht)

There’s no doubt Garry Monk has to increase his striking options and Swansea will be mulling over their long-standing interest in the Serbian forward. Mitrovic has publicly stated his desire to move to the Premier League and the Swans may have to go past the record £12m they paid for Wilfried Bony to claim him.

Verdict: The 20-year-old has obvious pedigree, having been named as one of Europe’s top talents and scoring 22 goals in 40 games for Anderlecht this season. Swansea’s problem is snapping him up before the ‘bigger boys’ get the chance.

Swans’ suitability: 9/10

Luc Castaignos (FC Twente)

Another striker who Swansea have had their eye for a while, Castaignos could follow the path of Bony from the Dutch Eredivise to Swansea. The 22-year-old product of the Feyenoord Academy has already had one tumultuous spell away at Inter Milan, but has done well back in Enschede, keeping Twent afloat at times.

Verdict: His nightmare at Inter showed that he may have moved abroad too early and Dutch experts think he was adapt better in the Prremier League anyway. The Eredivisie is a hit-and-miss recruiting ground, but if he could match Bony’s contribution that would be something.

Swans’ suitability: 6/10

Leo Baptistao (Atletico Madrid)

Despite being an Atletico player, Baptistao has been pulling up trees while on loan at Rayo Vallecano, who have a strong link with Swansea through Michu. The 22-year-old Brazilian, who grew up with Neymar in Sao Paolo, plays a central striker, but can also operate on the wing and has been on the Swans’ radar.

Verdict: Baptistao is out of contract at the Vicente Calderon at the end of the season and that could trigger a stampede of Premier League clubs, so Swansea would have to move fast to clinch his signing.

Swans’ suitability: 7/10

Andre Ayew (Marseille)

The Ghana World Cup star is keen to move to the Premier League despite interest from Roma, Napoli and Borussia Dortmund. Swansea have reportedly made a big offer to the out-of-contract 25-year-old, but are likely to face competition from the likes of Newcastle and Everton for the son of African legend Abidi Pele.

Verdict: Ayew has scored goals for club and country at the highest level, so there’s no doubt he would be able to do the same in the Premier League. Would be a truly exciting recruit at the Liberty if they could sort out the finance.

Swans’ suitability: 9/10

Nelson Oliveira (Benfica)

Already at Swansea City on loan and the Portuguese star is hoping to extend his Liberty Stadium stay despite having limited opportunities so far. Has a really important few matches now to show Garry Monk that he will be worth the wait.

Verdict: The 23-year-old pal of Cristiano Ronaldo has taken advice from his mate about the Premier League and knows first-hand what is required to make an impression. At least manager Monk knows what he is getting with the 14-times capped striker.

Swans’ suitability: 7/10

Ashley Westwood (Aston Villa)

With Jack Cork and Jonjo Shelvey doing the business in midfield, SWansea could have a young English core if Westwood was to move from Villa Park. The 25-year-old has been on Swansea’s radar since 2012 when he was at Crewe, but he is now battling to prove his worth to new Villa boss Tim Sherwood.

Verdict: Started the FA Cup semi-final win over Liverpool in the absence of Carlos Sanchez, but doesn’t seem to be in Sherwood’s first XI. That could open up a chance for Swansea to swoop for the busy midfielder who contributes all over the pitch in the manner of ex-Swan Joe Allen.

Swans’ suitability: 8/10

Henri Saivet (Bordeaux)

The £4m-rated winger was hailed as the new Thierry Henry as he rose through the French youth ranks. Now 24 and a full Senegal international, he is closer to fulfilling those lofty predictions after a couple of excellent seasons at the Stade Chaban-Denis.

Verdict: As well as providing pace on the flank, Saivet can also play through the middle and his future (like Henry’s did) could lie there. Would be a fine recruit for the Swans and fit right in.

Swans’ suitability: 9/10

Jeffrey Schlupp (Leicester)

Any move for the Ghana international could depend on Leicester’s Premier League relegation battle. If they lose it and fall into the Championship, Swansea could make another move for the versatile 22-year-old, having had a £2.5m advance rejected by the Foxes in the 2014 January transfer window.

Verdict: Schlupp’s ability to play at left-back and attacking left-winger has been in evidence during Leicester’s Premier League campaign and he has alternated where required by manager Nigel Pearson. Certainly has the talent to flourish in the top-flight, whether at Swansea or not.

Swans’ suitability: 7/10