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Swansea City are set to make Sam Clucas their first signing since the departure of Gylfi Sigurdsson to Everton this week.

The Hull man did not feature for the Tigers on Saturday and is set to have his medical with the Swans - who are back in action against MK Dons in the Carabao Cup tonight - ahead of a move believed to be in the region of £15m to the Liberty Stadium.

And left-back Stephen Kingsley could head in the opposite direction, with Leonid Slutsky's side thought to be eager to bolster their defensive options.

It has emerged that the Swans are also pursuing a deal to sign versatile full-back Santiago Arias from PSV Eindhoven this summer.

As far as the Bluebirds are concerned, they continue to prepare for their second round Carabao Cup clash with Burton at Cardiff City Stadium.

Neil Warnock is expected to make numerous changes from the team that beat Wolves at Molineux on the weekend and it set to give a further update on any additional ins or outs in the Welsh capital.

You can relive all the day's news right here.

Goodbye

That’s about it for today folks.

Both Cardiff City and Swansea are in Carabao Cup action tonight.

You can follow the Bluebirds here, and the Swans here.

See you very soon.

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Familiar face to come up against Swansea

Former Swan Joe Walsh could well feature for the hosts tonight.

The Welsh defender spent three years at the Liberty, but failed to break into the first team, leaving the club in 2012.

(Image: Getty Images Europe)
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Swans could name strong line-up for MK Dons

The League Cup is traditionally an opportunity for managers to rotate their squads, and offer chances to players that may otherwise be sitting on the fringes of the first team.

However, Swans boss Paul Clement isn’t keen to tinker too much tonight.

“I don’t anticipate doing massive changes for our League Cup game in midweek, we have to work on our game on all sides and then next we have a trip to Crystal Palace. That becomes really important.”

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Can Cardiff continue their promotion charge?

Tonight is obviously all about the Carabao Cup, but it’s the flawless start to the Championship season that has really earned Cardiff City their admirers this season.

Can they keep up their good form and mount a realistic challenge for promotion?

Football writer Ian MItchelmore explains why they can do just that.

Joe Ralls of Cardiff City celebrates scoring his side's first goal
Joe Ralls of Cardiff City celebrates scoring his side's first goal
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Carabao Cup odds

The odds for tonight’s games, courtesy of Sky Bet.

Cardiff City v Burton Albion

Cardiff to qualify - 2/9

Burton to qualify - 3/1

MK Dons v Swansea City

MK Dons to qualify - 7/4

Swansea City to qualify - 2/5

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Trundle schools some kids

Swansea City legend Lee Trundle visited Croeserw Primary in the Valleys today, and treated local pupils to a kickabout.

As you can see, he didn’t hold back...

...suppose it is Cardiff City territory to be fair.

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Former Bluebird could be on the move again

Ex-Cardiff striker Eoin Doyle is pondering a loan move to Plymouth Argyle, according to Sky Sports.

Eoin Doyle during his days as a Cardiff City player
Eoin Doyle during his days as a Cardiff City player (Image: Getty Images)
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A tribute to Besian Idrizaj

August 22 marks a special day in the history of Swansea City. Eight years ago today, the Swans signed Besian Idrizaj.

But less than a year later, the Austrian tragically passed away after suffering a heart attack while sleeping.

Our man Mat Davies takes a closer look at what is undoubtedly a harrowing tale, but one that shows how the Austrian has inspired the Swans on their journey to the top of the football pyramid.

Besian Idrizaj
Besian Idrizaj
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Wembley crowd

The Bluebirds STILL hold the Wembley attendance record...

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Would Santiago Arias be a good signing for Swansea City?

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Swans U23s

Swansea’s Under-23s collected their first Premier League 2 points of the season last night.

Here are the highlights from their 1-1 draw with Manchester United’s reserves.

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Carabao Cup third round draw details

Here’s hoping this comes in handy!

All the details for the third round round, which hopefully will include the Swans and the Bluebirds.

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Who is Swansea target Santiago Arias?

The Swansea fans may well take interest given the Colombian’s surname, but what exactly would he bring to the Liberty if he does seal a move to south Wales from PSV Eindhoven?

Here’s a closer look at the defender.

Santiago Arias
Santiago Arias
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Nigel Clough to ring the changes

The Bluebirds face Burton tonight for the second time this month having already beaten the Brewers on the opening day of the new season.

And Nigel Clough has revealed he plans to make numerous changes for tonight’s match.

Here’s what he had to say to Burton’s official club website.

“It’s a strange one for Ben Turner being out for five matches and then being drawn against his old club, so he will be looking forward to going back down there and playing - but I think he’s ready to play against anybody as it’s the end of last season since he played a competitive game.

“We have missed him for the five games and he will definitely start at Cardiff. He won’t play the whole game but let’s get him back on the pitch and then he’s in contention for Saturday.

“Sean Scannell will start, with the view to giving him 45-60 minutes - whatever he needs to be ready for Saturday if selected.

“Joe Sbarra, Connor Ripley, Luke Varney and Tom Flanagan will probably start and we will work it from there. Harry Campbell will be on the bench.”

Nigel Clough, Burton manager

 Nigel Clough, Manager of Burton Albion
Nigel Clough, Manager of Burton Albion (Image: Tony Marshall/Getty Images)
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Swansea City interested in PSV Eindhoven full-back Santiago Arias

Big transfer news this hour as it has been confirmed that Swansea are interested in signing full-back Santiago Arias from PSV Eindhoven.

Here’s the full story.

Santiago Arias
Santiago Arias
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Sam Clucas stats

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A familiar face named in Austria squad

Austria have named their squad for their games against Wales and Georgia next month.

And while the likes of David Alaba and Marko Arnautovic will be well knows in the stands of Cardiff City Stadium, there will be another man who is a very familiar face in the Welsh capital...

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Carabao Cup fixtures (second round)

Tuesday 22nd August 2017

Accrington Stanley v West Bromwich Albion
Aston Villa v Wigan Athletic
Birmingham City v Bournemouth
Bolton Wanderers v Sheffield Wednesday (8pm)
Brighton and Hove Albion v Barnet
Cardiff City v Burton Albion
Carlisle United v Sunderland
Crystal Palace v Ipswich Town (7:30pm)
Doncaster Rovers v Hull City
Fulham v Bristol Rovers
Leeds United v Newport County
Middlesbrough v Scunthorpe United
Milton Keynes Dons v Swansea City
Norwich City v Charlton Athletic
Queens Park Rangers v Brentford
Reading v Millwall (8pm)
Sheffield United v Leicester City (live on Sky Sports)
Watford v Bristol City

Wednesday 23rd August 2017

Blackburn Rovers v Burnley
Cheltenham Town v West Ham United (live on Sky Sports)
Huddersfield Town v Rotherham United
Newcastle United v Nottingham Forest
Southampton v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Stoke City v Rochdale (8pm)

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Kingsley departure baffling

So Sam Clucas is set to complete a move to Swansea from Hull this week, and Stephen Kingsley could well head in the opposite direction.

But does letting the left-back leave make sense?

Here’s the verdict of our man Mat Davies.

STEPHEN KINGSLEY at the Liberty stadium during a open training session ahead of the start of the 2017/2018 season
STEPHEN KINGSLEY at the Liberty stadium during a open training session ahead of the start of the 2017/2018 season
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Swansea's young guns impress

Swansea’s young guns battled their way to a 1-1 draw with Manchester United in Premier League 2 last night.

And there were some really top performances from the next generation.

Our man Tom Coleman picks out four who shone against the United Reserves.

George Byers in action for Swansea City's under-23s
George Byers in action for Swansea City's under-23s (Image: Huw Evans Picture Agency)
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On this day - Rest in peace Besian

On this day in 2009, Swansea City signed Besian Idrizaj from FC Eilenburg.

He tragically passed away less than a year later.

Rest in peace, Besian.

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Swansea prediction

And the same for the Swans...

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Prediction time

Feeling confident ahead of tonight’s match, Bluebirds?

Cast your match prediction in our poll below.

There are no replays in the second round, so the game will go to extra-time and penalties if required, meaning there can’t be a draw.

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Ayatollah time anyone?

It’s been some start to the season for the Bluebirds. Well, even that’s an understatement.

And when you look at Cardiff’s form in the year as a whole, it makes for terrific reading...

Neil Warnock with a cup of tea before a game at Cardiff City Stadium
Neil Warnock with a cup of tea before a game at Cardiff City Stadium (Image: PA)
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Cardiff v Burton big match guide

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Big match guide: MK Dons v Swansea

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Return of Turner

The Cardiff faithful were treated to the return of Neil Alexander in their final pre-season clash of the summer against Livingston, and they’re set to welcome back another of their former players this evening when they host Burton in the Carabao Cup.

It has been confirmed that Ben Turner will start for the Brewers against his former club.

Here’s the full story.

Ben Turner in action against Derby County
Ben Turner in action against Derby County (Image: PA)
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Landon Donovan on Swansea transfers

Just the sort of news Swansea fans want to hear on a Monday morning.

Minority shareholder Landon Donovan has said the club’s American owners will have no problems with splashing the cash, even if it means business is done in the final days of the window.

Here’s what he’s had to say.

Landon Donovan
Landon Donovan
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Welcome

Good morning everyone, and welcome to our latest transfer blog!

It’s set to be a busy day, with both Swansea and Cardiff in action in the Carabao Cup this evening.

Let’s get stuck in!

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