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Goodfellow Completes Swansea Move

Last updated : 30 June 2005 By Gary Fish

Marc Goodfellow finally completed his move to Swansea City last night and declared: "I can help the club get into the play-offs."

The 23-year-old became Kenny Jackett's first summer signing by joining on a permanent deal from League One rivals Bristol City after a successful loan spell in south Wales last season.

Goodfellow has joined on a 12-month deal and has immediately set his target for the season - trying to help Swansea achieve back-to-back promotions.

"I think the play-offs are a realistic target and I'd like to think I could play a big part in helping Swansea get there," said Goodfellow.

"In League Two you have to battle a lot of the time, but League One is more of a footballing division, and I think that'll better suit the Swans.

"You only have to look at what Hull and Plymouth have achieved in recent seasons, climbing up two divisions in a short space of time, so why shouldn't we aim for that?

"Personally, I'm really pleased that I've finally been able to sign for Swansea permanently and I'm really looking forward to playing for them in League One at the new stadium."

Goodfellow, signed to help score and create goals as well as providing the Swans with some natural balance on the left of midfield, completed his move in time for the start of pre-season training tomorrow.

"I suppose I've got a bit to prove to a lot of people," he admitted

"Bristol City didn't think I was up to it, so, hopefully, I can prove them wrong for a start.

"As for the Swansea fans, I hope I showed them last season what I'm capable of.

"I feel confident that, given the right opportunities, I can make a big impact for Swansea in League One.

"The club already has a lot of attack-minded players and, hopefully, I can add a little extra in that respect.

"The manager has brought me in to create and score goals and I'm confident I can do that."