Laudrup wants window shut before kick-off

Swansea manager Michael Laudrup has joined the growing list of Premier League managers calling for the transfer window to close prior to the start of the season.

The Dane is preparing his side to face Romania’s Petrolul Ploiesti in the third qualifying round of the Europa League tonight, amid continuing speculation linking Michu and Ashley Williams with Arsenal.

Swansea have not received any offers for either player but the rumours are particularly unwelcome with the closure of the transfer window less than two weeks away.