Swansea have enlisted the help of “super-agent” Jorge Mendes to boost their Premier League survival mission.

Mendes is playing a leading role in Swansea’s January recruitment as new manager Carlos Carvalhal plots a route to safety.

Atlético Madrid’s Kevin Gameiro and Nicolás Gaitán are both Mendes clients and have been recommended by the Portuguese agent, who is working closely with Swansea’s management team during this transfer window.

Gameiro, the forward, is thought unlikely to sign but there is still hope that Argentina midfielder Gaitán could be persuaded to move to South Wales.

Mendes is also pushing other players forward and has already brought Portugal international Renato Sanches to the Liberty Stadium.

The agent of Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo, Mendes has played a significant role in Championship leaders Wolves' recruitment over the past 18 months. Swansea's board are happy with Mendes' involvement and believe his experience can help the club in their bid to make quality additions.