Monk vows to stamp authority

Garry Monk says his first job as permanent manager of Swansea will be to "stamp his authority on the squad" to take the club forward.

After three months in caretaker charge following the dismissal of Michael Laudrup, the 35-year-old can now look to plan for next season’s Premier League and beyond, having signed a three-year contract.

“It’s the opportunity of a lifetime — one I intend to take. I’ll be looking to stamp my authority on the squad and the club.”