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Swansea City have postponed a fans' forum for a second time with a new date not yet announced.

It was originally scheduled for Tuesday, 18 February, but was postponed in the wake of head coach Luke Williams' departure to Monday, 3 March.

But that has also now been called off with the club saying it had again "made the difficult decision to postpone" the gathering, citing the following night's home Championship encounter against Preston North End among the reasons.

Swansea stated: "The club remains committed to holding this event. Chairman Andy Coleman has met with several groups of fans over the past few weeks, and open communication with supporters and fan engagement remains a key element of the strategic direction of the club.

"The overwhelming interest from supporters has quite understandably been focused on football performance. Given the recent changes within this department and the required preparations for our game against Preston, it is felt that it is not the right time to hold this event."

Swansea bosses say fans will be invited to take part in a survey to "help shape the direction of the club for the new season".

The statement added: "We can also confirm that the Supporters' Trust have been advised of this decision and of the upcoming supporter survey.

"While they would have preferred the forum to go ahead, they understand it needs to be where the panel is in position to answer our supporters' questions. The club and the Trust will be working together to confirm a new date for the forum as soon as possible."

Such was the interest in the forum scheduled for 3 March, club bosses decided to move the gathering from a lounge with space for 250 people to one of the main stands in the Swansea.com stadium.

The Swans are still searching for a new manager with new director of football Richard Montague saying the club wants a manager who is at the "forefront of the game", with Alan Sheehan remaining in interim control.

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Iwan Roberts felt Goncalo Franco was the star of a standout Swansea City performance as they began life after Luke Williams with a resounding win over Blackburn Rovers.

Swansea toppled a side in the top six of the Championship for the first time this season as goals from Zan Vipotnik, Myles Peart-Harris and Liam Cullen secured victory in the opening game of Alan Sheehan's second spell as caretaker boss.

Former Wales striker Roberts was commentating for BBC Sport Wales on the game – and felt Franco was the leading light in a stellar Swansea performance.

"I have not seen a Swansea side play with that level of energy for a long time," he told BBC Radio Wales.

"That was the best performance I have seen from Swansea this season considering Blackburn are chasing a top-six place and only the top four [in the Championship] had conceded fewer goals than Blackburn.

"It is only the second time in 32 Championship games that Swansea have scored more than two goals.

"I thought Goncalo Franco produced one of the best midfield performances I have seen this season in the Championship. He was absolutely outstanding – he was everywhere."

Roberts also praised Vipotnik, who scored just his fifth goal since joining Swansea last summer, as well as Wales international Cullen, whose cool finish saw him reach double figures for league goals in a season for the first time in his career.

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Victory means Swansea are 10 points clear of the Championship relegation places, and was desperately needed after a run of seven defeats in nine league games saw Williams' 13-month reign come to an end last week.

With Swansea considering their options regarding Williams' long-term successor, Sheehan may well be at the helm once more when they are next in action at Preston North End on Tuesday, 4 March.

The Irishman's first stint as caretaker boss saw Swansea bank 11 points from seven league games following Michael Duff's departure in December 2023.

"When Alan Sheehan was interim manager last season, they went to Rotherham and won 2-1 [in his first game]," Roberts added.

"But that was nowhere near the level of performance which I saw on Saturday, [particularly] considering they had won four points from the previous nine games and they had lost three in a row at the Swansea.com Stadium.

"He went a little bit old school. They have been playing with five at the back, he made four changes and went to a flat back four. They were outstanding.

"It takes the pressure off but there are some tough games to come."

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BBC Sport Wales

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There was a distinct sense of history repeating as Swansea City kicked off their latest new era - of sorts - on Saturday.

Managerial change is nothing new for the Swans, who have gone through 10 permanent bosses over the past decade.

But even with that perennial state of flux in mind, the 3-0 win over Blackburn Rovers still had a feeling of familiarity to it.

Alan Sheehan was stepping in for his second spell as interim head coach, having done so last season in between the sacking of Michael Duff and the hiring of Luke Williams.

On that occasion, Sheehan started with a 2-1 win at Rotherham United, who were also without a manager at the time.

Fast forward 14 months and Sheehan was back in the Swansea dugout to oversee a victory over another managerless Championship side, Blackburn this time.

The Swansea.com Stadium had witnessed three straight home defeats before Rovers' visit and, with supporters as unhappy with the club's owners as they were the team's dismal recent results, you might have expected the atmosphere to be anxious, maybe even toxic.

But within 30 seconds of kick-off, there was a first chant of "Alan Sheehan's barmy army" from the home crowd, a wave of positivity rippling around the ground as they looked to lift their players after the club's latest period of turbulence.

It had the desired effect, fanning the flames of a Swansea performance bursting with energy and purpose - in stark contrast to the listless displays that characterised the end of Williams' once-promising tenure.

The Swans were unrecognisable against Blackburn, overwhelming the play-off contenders physically and punishing them in front of goal.

And that is perhaps where this new start differed from Sheehan's previous stint in charge.

Whereas Swansea scraped to victory at a 10-man Rotherham then propping up the Championship table, here they comprehensively beat a Blackburn side in the top six and with dreams of Premier League promotion.

This was just one game, of course. "Rome wasn't built in a day," Sheehan said afterwards.

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"Today was a day for the fans to show the players some love and vice versa. That's the way it should be. Today was a pleasing performance."

Sheehan was right to strike a cautious note as he conducted his post-match interviews.

He has been at Swansea long enough to know how quickly the fortunes of a Championship club can change.

Williams was fielding questions about the play-offs around Christmas and, by February, he was gone.

But if Sheehan can use the Blackburn performance as a template for future matches, the Swans might yet enjoy a relatively stable end to this season.

The club's hierarchy have indicated that they are willing to take their time over their search for a permanent successor to Williams.

Sheehan has been coy about whether or not he would want the job on a permanent basis but will speak to the board before the next match at Preston North End on Tuesday, 4 March.

After a tempestuous few weeks off the field adding to the exhaustion of a congested fixture list, this little break before the next fixture gives Sheehan and his players a welcome breather.

When they return to action at Deepdale, Swansea will hope they can kick on from this encouraging start to Sheehan's second coming.

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Joe Allen has not retired yet, but he gave a glimpse of what his future might hold when he sat on Swansea City's bench on Saturday.

As the Wales midfielder was unavailable to play, he was instead part of the Swans' coaching staff for their 3-0 Championship win over Blackburn Rovers in their first game since sacking head coach Luke Williams.

Allen is studying for his coaching badges at the moment and interim boss Alan Sheehan was glad to have him by his side at the Swansea.com Stadium.

"I asked him. He wasn't quite ready [to play] but I thought he would add value," said Sheehan.

"Joe Allen is Joe Allen, everybody knows and you don't need me to say he's incredible at what he does.

"If he could share any value, I thought it would be valuable for all of us. I'm not naïve to think I know it all and I'm adaptable and open to learning, so that's the attitude to have. He contributed and the players were excellent."

Allen turns 35 next month and his contract expires at the end of this season.

He has not yet decided what his next steps will be and Sheehan hopes to see the former Liverpool midfielder playing again soon after his latest injury lay-off.

"Hopefully we can get him back fit and get him in a good place to finish the season well," Sheehan added.

"Joe Allen is a Swansea legend."

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Swansea City's first game without Luke Williams could not have gone much better as caretaker manager Alan Sheehan celebrated a comprehensive win over Blackburn Rovers.

The victory is likely to buy the club more time as they continue the process of identifying who to target as the Swans' next permanent boss.

Fans have had plenty to say when it comes to who they think should be named as the man to succeed Williams.

As surprising and unlikely as it may seem, there's even been one eye-raising suggestion that former Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock should be brought in to steady the ship.

There are more calls for a return for Steve Cooper, while the likes of Jesse Marsch and former Wales boss Chris Coleman also get mentions.

You can continue to have your say here, external but these are more of the supporters' views submitted prior to Saturday's 3-0 win over Rovers.

Rob: I think whoever gets the job, Championship experience must be in his credentials. Somebody who can keep us in this league, if only for the short term. I'm not sure who would fancy taking the job, but if he keeps us in the Championship he wouldn't do himself any harm. It's a shame Russell Martin and Cooper left under a cloud, we could do with either of them now!

Jimmy: I think it's time we turned our attention to a manager from overseas. There seems to be some young managerial talent in the top tiers of English football from Europe so why not take a punt here. The priority has to be survival. Manager for today and next season could be two very different people!

Alan: Bring Garry Monk back, he has a passion for the club that's needed in our next manager!

Rob: For some time now we've become a boring team to watch. Put simply, we have passed backwards and sideways rather than forward in a mistaken belief that this was somehow the 'Swansea Way'. It just means we have more of the ball than the opposition, but look less likely to score than they do! In an entertainment business we are rarely entertained.

Richard: Eric Ramsay

Morgan: I have rapidly lost faith in the team after the quickfire losses, so something would have to convince me to keep supporting the club. I'd be happy with a former manager.

Richard: I think it is time to bring back Steve Cooper. Solid manager that got us into the play offs a few times playing good football and was able to use his connections to get good loan signings, which would be a big help as the past few transfer windows have been unsuccessful.

Matthew: Russell Martin

Michael: I would like to see a bold move for a new manager, as happened when we appointed Roberto Martinez. Why not look at Alan Tate? He has coached at Premiership level. Or the return of Garry Monk, or Neil Warnock as a short term measure. He is a great motivator. Whoever is appointed needs substantial funds available, without which we go nowhere.

Jonno: Leon Britton hit the nail on the head when he said it's time for experience. We need a head coach who can guide us to safety in the short-term but have an eye on the long-term and develop our academy players. A coach that will also be able to attract players. If Mowbray was available he'd be the man, maybe someone like Slaven Bilic or David Wagner.

Jack: Our next manager must be experienced in championship football and a winner, someone like David Wagner perhaps.

Dean: I liked Luke and wish him well, but a change was needed. As for who we get in, I've always rated Rob Edwards, he has a good history in this division. I also quite like the idea of Eric Ramsay if we were to go for a less experienced manager, he's young and deserves a chance. I like Sean Dyche, but we wouldn't be able to afford him. Backing from the board will be crucial!

Clare: Need to go with someone that has experience in the Championship. It is vital the senior management at the football club get this appointment correct .

Mike: I would like to see an experienced manager this time. An unlikely Steve Cooper would be my choice, or an equally unlikely Russell Martin. Failing that Garry Monk would be my choice.

Kevan: Cameron Toshack

Rob: We need some stability and a pair of experienced hands. Give Chris Coleman a ring to see if he is up to the challenge, a Swansea man who has been there and done it.

Hop: Eric Ramsay and recruit Cameron Toshack back into the fold with a concentrated focus on the academy.

Mat: Jesse Marsch would be a great manager for the Championship.

Matthew: I never understood why Steve Cooper had to leave in the first place. It rests with the board at the end of the day but it would be good to have him back, this time give him the support he rightly deserves.

Edd: I know it's probably a long shot but go for somebody like Sean Dyche. He was unlucky at Everton, but has plenty of experience at the top level.

Stephen: We need someone with experience to get us out of the mess we're in. Just get the club stabilised again, keep us in the Championship then start a bit of a rebuild.

Colin: Stevie Gerrard for me

Andrew: Des Buckingham - thanks for reminding me. We need to be more attack minded instead of keeping possession, you don't score goals going backwards!

Tawe Taffy: All prospective new managers applying for Swansea City job should know; you will not be backed by the owners, you will not receive players in January windows, you will become frustrated, you will walk away or be sacked after 16 months if not before! Potter, Cooper, Martin were fantastic managers went onto greater things.

Jayden: I've seen a few people say they want an unambitious, safe option until the end of the season. I couldn't disagree more - this is the sort of mindset that leads to perpetual mediocrity. I think picking young, up-and-coming, ambitious managers is the way to go, so my picks are Eric Ramsay (who already has connections to the club) and Ryan Mason.

Alan Sheehan says survival is Swansea City's only target for what remains of the Championship season.

Sheehan kicks off his second spell as Swansea's caretaker boss when Blackburn Rovers visit the Swansea.com Stadium on Saturday (15:00 GMT).

The former Luton and Southampton coach has taken the reins after a run of seven defeats in nine league matches prompted the departure of Luke Williams.

Swansea head into the weekend in 17th, eight points clear of the relegation zone, with 13 league fixtures to play.

But given the Swans' dreadful form – and with some tricky games on the horizon – Sheehan says avoiding the drop is the primary target for what remains of a season which had promised more.

"To stay up is the goal," Sheehan said.

"First and foremost before we move on to any other targets, you need to accumulate the right amount of points to stay in this league. Big clubs have gone down [from the Championship].

"[First] we have to find a way to go and be competitive against a good team on Saturday."

Swansea have registered only one win in 2025, at Bristol City almost a fortnight ago, with their last home success coming in December.

The club's form on their own patch has been an issue throughout the campaign, with Sheehan hoping to inspire an improvement after three training sessions this week.

"We're in a position that's unacceptable for a club like this," said Sheehan, who took 11 points from seven games in charge following Michael Duff's Swansea exit last season.

"It needs to change. We're all really motivated to do that."

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Alan Sheehan will be in the Swansea City dug out against Blackburn as the club begins life without Luke Williams.

And there is every chance he will be in caretaker charge for a while yet as the Swans ponder their options as who could come in as the permanent successor to Williams, who left his role at the start of the week.

But with former Swan Leon Britton calling for experience, and ex-Wales striker Iwan Roberts picking out recent Luton Town boss Rob Edwards and former Hull City manager Liam Rosenior as among those that should be considered, we asked for the views of Swansea fans.

And many are backing Andy Robinson's call for the return of Steve Cooper, while current Minnesota boss - and former Wales assistant and Swans academy coach - Eric Ramsay is also among those mentioned by supporters.

You can continue to have your say here, external, but here is a selection of the views so far.

Paul: If the board has any ambition it should back the next manager, something that hasn't happened in the past. So if you have ambition get Steve Cooper back, and then look at promotion for next season.

Dan: Liam Rosenior... If he's available and willing, he must be seriously considered. I think Hull were bonkers to get rid of him!

Tom: Des Buckingham deserves a closer look for Swansea. Proven at lower levels, he builds competitive squads and wins. Oxford sacking him was rightly seen as harsh and his teams played well overall. We should above all avoid ex-player names like Gerrard/Rooney – Swansea needs genuine managerial skill, not past glories, especially if we end up playing in League One.

Geoff: I'd be on the phone to Alan Tate if I was the Swansea City chairman. He'd know of a few fringe players from Leicester and Forest, and proved from his time with the Swans that he has a lot of character and determination. Plus he loves the side and knows the area.

Joe: I would like Jesse Marsch to be the new Swansea City boss.

David: Eric Ramsay is the standout candidate. Articulate, intelligent, with a strong background with Chelsea and Man United and now Minnesota. This would be an appointment in the Roberto Martinez mould. Rob Edwards is completely unsuitable, given the long ball attributes of his sides.

Rob: The whole management structure is a complete mess and as things stand there's a real danger of us getting relegated. Luke Williams was a poor appointment in the first place and hardly brought a great track record with him - previous Notts County success was not exactly a glowing reference. Get someone in with proper experience before it's too late.

Chewy: Swans have done the 'young, talented manager' thing a few times now, with varying results. The main downside was their lack of experience of having a plan 'B'. That's why I feel it is time to get an experienced manager in, to steady the ship - someone like (but not necessarily) Tony Pulis.

Pete: I too would like to see Steve Cooper return but I don't think it's at all likely. Although Russell Martin did well elsewhere, I don't think he was a good fit at Swansea. It will probably be someone from a lower league again. Whoever it is will have a job on their hands with the squad we've got.

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Jacob: I think it's a bit unfair on Williams to be sacked, as before January the team was on a potential play off push. To sell Grimes and only bring in a couple of loans has just set the rest of the season up for failure. Personally I would let Sheehan have it until the summer then go from there.

Phil: As a lifelong fan, Swans must opt for the right level of experience, a manager who will man manage, instil the attractive football we are known for, more importantly attract the right talent. You can't look to lower leagues. The likes of Martin, Cooper & Giggs all have the qualities, but equip them with decision making and finances to make change

Gareth: It is a balancing act, we need a proven manager at this level to keep Swansea in the Championship this season, but with a dynamic and exciting style of play who can redefine the 'Swansea way' and produce a team that is exciting to watch. Last few years have been painful at times with possession the focus ahead of exciting play.

Mark: I think Swansea are in the worst position they've ever been in. Their owner seems to not have any ambition and they just had a disastrous transfer window and lost their captain to a rival club. I have never seen them play so poorly in my lifetime either. The worst part is that whomever takes over as manager gets a bare thin squad.

Wayne: To be honest it's all a bit of a mess. To appoint Notts County's Director of Football, who worked closely with Luke Williams whilst he was manager there, and then sack Williams, just doesn't make sense - to me at least. Chris Coleman anyone? He's a Jack and maybe he can get the good times to roll again, circa Euros 2016, but this time at helm of The Swans.

Brian: I think Luke Williams has been hard done by, that's my opinion. Why are the club not getting the players in to fight for promotion. We play good football but we need an out and out striker. To be honest I can't see what the ex-Oxford manager Des Buckingham will bring to the Swans. Look at Coventry great signing bringing Lampard in.

Oli: Rob Edwards or Des Buckingham for me. Manager should be domestic but if we look abroad I would go David Wagner.

Huw: Realistically it's going to be Sheehan until the end of the season. It doesn't matter who comes in beyond that unless he is adequately supported by the board unfortunately.

Gareth: Eric Ramsay.

Phil: My personal choice I'd love to see Sean Dyche but I doubt that will happen.

Rory: We need some stability in the closing fixtures to avoid a relegation scrap. We should be looking for a level head with experience in the Championship, not prioritising philosophy. If we're not careful, the 'Swansea way' is going to become consistent underperformance.

Joe: Would love to have Russell Martin back, he left just as things seemed to be coming together with a strong end to that season. Ultimately though we need decent investment in the team if we're going to have any long term success.

Abertyfach: Rob Edwards or Steve Cooper.

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Alan Sheehan says he will take the blame if Swansea City's poor run continues when they host Blackburn Rovers on Saturday (15:00 GMT).

Sheehan begins his second spell as Swansea's caretaker boss this weekend after Luke Williams' 13-month stint in charge came to an end on Monday.

Sheehan will be joined on the home bench by long-serving coach Kristian O'Leary and goalkeeping coach Martyn Margetson, with under-21 boss Anthony Wright also helping out with the first team following the exits of Williams and two members of his staff, Ryan Harley and George Lawtey.

Sheehan says training has been "slightly different" this week and that there will be tweaks to Swansea's approach against Blackburn.

A meeting with fifth-placed Rovers – who have won three of their past four games – promises to be a stern test for a Swansea side who have won one and lost seven of their nine league fixtures since the turn of the year.

But Sheehan says Swansea have enough quality in their ranks to turn their form around.

"I believe in the players, we all believe in them, and I think we have to go and give them that freedom to try and get three points," he said.

"If we win the game, give all that positive energy to the players. If we lose the game, look at me because I have been given the responsibility to get them ready for this game.

"If we lose it's on me, nobody else."

Former Southampton and Luton Town coach Sheehan has a near fully fit squad to choose from against Blackburn, though Joe Allen is not yet ready to play despite taking some part in training this week after an ankle problem. Long-term absentee Kristian Pedersen also remains out.

Blackburn are an example to follow for Swansea in that they are also without a permanent manager - following John Eustace's move to Derby earlier this month - but have won both their games under caretaker boss David Lowe.

"We are up against a team fighting at the right end of the division," Sheehan said.

"We need to be really regimental in what we do and get a reaction from the players."

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Iwan Roberts has picked out Rob Edwards and Alan Tate as contenders to succeed Luke Williams at Swansea City.

Former Wales international Edwards is without a club having left Luton Town last month, while Swansea legend Tate (pictured above) is also out of work having most recently served as number two to Steve Cooper at Leicester City.

Ex-Hull City boss Liam Rosenior, who is currently in charge of French top-flight club Strasbourg, is another coach Roberts thinks Swansea should be considering following the departure of Williams earlier this week.

Edwards (pictured below) won promotion to the Premier League with Luton having previously impressed at Forest Green Rovers, while Tate has worked alongside Cooper at Swansea and Nottingham Forest as well as Leicester.

Despite going on his travels as Cooper's right-hand man, Swansea fans' favourite Tate still has his home in the city and is known to have ambitions to become a manager.

"I think Rob Edwards deserves another opportunity," former Wales striker Roberts told this week's Feast of Football podcast.

"Maybe someone like Alan Tate, who has been by Steve Cooper's side for five or six years now and has seen success at Swansea, getting to the play-offs, and getting Forest back into the Premier League.

"Maybe it's time for someone like Alan Tate to make the step from assistant to number one."

Rosenior impressed at Hull only to lose his job at the end of last season after the Tigers missed out on the Championship play-offs.

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"What a job he did at Hull, finishing seventh with an attractive brand of football," Roberts added.

"Hull didn't think he could take them to the next level and look where they are now."

Alan Sheehan is in caretaker charge at Swansea for Saturday's home game against Blackburn Rovers, with the Welsh side hoping for an upturn in form having lost seven of their past nine games.

The Swans are eight points clear of the Championship relegation zone with 13 league fixtures to play this season, and former Wales forward Sam Vokes reckons their managerial vacancy will appeal to potential managers.

"I think it's an attractive option for a manager because it's a club who expect to be doing better than they are and have been there in recent years," Wycombe player Vokes said on Feast of Football.

"The last 10-15 years have been very successful for Swansea. If you can get it right, I have been there in the Premier League… that place is bouncing and is a top place to play football."

Swansea City say the process to find their next manager is under way.

After the decision to part company with Luke Williams following the defeat at Stoke City, the Swans are looking for their sixth permanent boss since relegation from the Premier League.

Graham Potter, Steve Cooper, Russell Martin, Michael Duff and Williams have all taken the helm since 2018, with Alan Sheehan now back in caretaker charge for a second spell having also held the reins after Duff's departure.

Sheehan is set to be in the dugout for Saturday's visit of Blackburn Rovers, themselves also looking for a new boss.

Few names have been widely mentioned yet, although some calling for a return of Martin appear set to be disappointed while Andy Robinson's call for Cooper to come back may also be unlikely.

Des Buckingham had been linked, but the former Oxford United manager - once considered by Wales - is not thought to be a target, even if he does have his admirers.

New director of football Richard Montague will be tasked with leading the search, but who would you pick? Who should come in to turn the Swans around and rebuild?

Have your say here, external.

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Swansea City have appointed a new chief operating officer as part of a number of changes at the top of the club.

Tom Gorringe – most recently chief executive at Bristol Rovers – has been brought in to fill the new role.

The club says the shake-up to the leadership team is "aimed at strengthening the club's financial, operational and strategic capabilities".

It comes just days after the decision to sack Luke Williams as head coach at the same time that new director of football Richard Montague started work.

Ken Gude - brought in by chairman Andy Coleman having worked in the US together previously – has now been appointed executive director and company secretary.

Previously named chief of staff, the club say Gude's role will now see him "further drive the club's strategic initiatives and football operations, while also liaising at the League level and coordinating with key stakeholders".

Coleman, who led a takeover from the previous US ownership group in November, said: "We are making changes to our leadership team to improve our performances on and off the pitch.

"There will always be a period of transition after a takeover, and we've been busy working to spot the gaps and areas that we need to improve to take this club forward."

Other appointments see long-term staff members Gerrard Cassidy promoted to financial controller, a role previously held by Gareth Davies who had served with the club during its time in the Premier League. Meanwhile Ben Greenwood has been made head of football operations and administration.

Gude, Gorringe and Montague now sit on the club's executive management team, as well as commercial chief Richard Morris and facilities head Andrew Davies.

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Leon Britton says Swansea City should look for experience as they seek a permanent successor to Luke Williams.

Head coach Williams left Swansea after 13 months in charge earlier this week on the back of a run of seven defeats in nine Championship matches.

Swansea are points clear of the bottom three after a new year collapse in form which cost Williams his job, with Alan Sheehan beginning a second stint as caretaker boss when Blackburn Rovers come to Wales on Saturday.

Club legend Britton, a former player, caretaker manager and sporting director, says it is "vitally important" Swansea get their next managerial appointment as they look to pull clear of relegation.

"With the form we are in, I think [the club should appoint] someone with a bit of experience at this level," Britton told BBC Sport Wales.

"In recent years we have had a great history at this club of giving managers a first opportunity and a lot of them have done really well.

"But I think with the form the team is in, we are looking over our shoulder a little bit and we have some really tough games coming up.

"So I think [Swansea need] a manager with some experience to try to stabilise us and make sure we stay in this league, then look to rebuild in the summer and go again."

Swansea, who have taken only four points from the past 27 on offer, have a 10-day break after Blackburn's visit before they go to Preston North End.

They also play home games against Middlesbrough and Burnley either side of a trip to Watford before the March international break.

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Britton says Swansea's new boss must "hit the ground running" to ensure there is no relegation tension for the club come the tail end of the season.

"If you carry on the current form, you will be dragged in," he added.

"As players it's really tough when you are in a relegation battle so they need to get the points on the board before they get dragged in.

"Hopefully a new manager - or Alan Sheehan as caretaker - can get a bounce and get some results to lift us up the division."

Britton says Williams may be left to rue Swansea's failure to strengthen their squad during the mid-season transfer window, when the number of departures – the most notable of which was Matt Grimes – outweighed the tally of new faces.

Swansea's only incoming transfers – aside from Melker Widell, who will arrive in the summer – were Hannes Delcroix and Lewis O'Brien, both of whom signed on loan.

"We went into January in a half-decent position. You thought maybe we could build on that, add some new players," Britton said.

"When you bring players in, it lifts the rest of the squad, it lifts the fans, it lifts the staff and brings a bit of freshness to the club.

"I think it's fair to say we probably came out of the January window disappointed."

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Swansea City have postponed a fans' forum scheduled for Tuesday, 18 February in the wake of head coach Luke Williams' departure.

Williams had been scheduled to join chairman Andy Coleman in a meeting with supporters.

Such was the interest in the forum, club bosses decided to move the gathering from a lounge inside the Swansea.com Stadium with space for 250 people to its West Stand.

The event will now be held on Monday, 3 March.

"The club is committed to holding this event," Swansea said in a statement.

"Given the timing of the managerial change, however, the club has decided to postpone the event for two weeks so we are in a better position to discuss the future direction of Swansea City."