Swansea City are on the verge of signing Huddersfield Town midfielder Tom Iorpenda in what would be their second midfield addition of the current transfer window, according to reports.

Who is Tom Iorpenda?

Iorpenda is a 21-year-old central midfielder, London-born and a product of Brighton's academy before he joined Huddersfield in 2021. He made 15 appearances for Huddersfield, but it was a loan spell away from the Terriers that truly put him on the map. Sent to Notts County on a season-long arrangement for 2025-26, he made 53 appearances and scored three goals as County won promotion from League Two. He was voted both fans' player of the season and players' player of the season at Meadow Lane: a double that reflects just how thoroughly he won over everyone at the club.

The reported fee has not been disclosed, and any deal would be a permanent transfer from a club that competes at a different level to the Championship. That means Swansea would be taking Iorpenda on the strength of what he has shown in League Two rather than in the second tier itself. That caveat is worth naming clearly: performing at Meadow Lane and performing at the Swansea.com Stadium are different challenges. The step up is real.

What does it add to Swansea's squad?

Swansea's recruitment this window suggests a clear appetite to strengthen the middle of the park. The club have already brought in Stephen Eustaquio from Porto, a senior international with considerable top-flight experience. Iorpenda sits at the opposite end of the experience spectrum: a young player who has yet to test himself consistently above League One level. Together, though, they offer something interesting: Eustaquio brings knowhow and range, while Iorpenda, if the Notts County loan is a reliable guide, brings high-energy pressing and a willingness to cover ground.

Swansea's midfield has needed freshening up. The club have also been dealing with injury concerns elsewhere in the squad, notably at centre-back, which makes it all the more important that the engine room is well-stocked. Two midfield signings in quick succession points to a coaching staff that has identified the position as a priority rather than an afterthought.

The broader picture at Swansea

Swansea are building what looks like a squad with genuine ambition for the Championship season ahead. The Eustaquio deal drew attention because of the calibre of club Porto are; adding Iorpenda immediately afterwards suggests a strategy that combines proven quality with high-ceiling youth. Championship recruitment rarely works on one model alone, and blending both approaches is sensible given the division's relentless nature.

Iorpenda's age, 21, is also worth noting. Clubs in the second tier who identify and land young players at this stage of their development can benefit enormously if those players fulfil their potential inside the division. There is a risk, as there always is with a profile like his, but 53 appearances and a promotion in a single loan season is not a trivial return.

The deal has not yet been confirmed by either club at the time of writing, so it would be premature to call it done. But the direction of travel, according to the report, is clear. Swansea expect to complete the move, and Iorpenda is expected to arrive as a player looking to prove that his League Two form was no fluke.

What to watch for

  • Confirmation of the permanent deal from Swansea and Huddersfield.
  • Whether Iorpenda goes straight into contention for a starting spot, or beds in gradually.
  • How the double midfield addition shapes Swansea's likely formation and pressing structure this season.

Frequently asked

Who is Tom Iorpenda?
Tom Iorpenda is a 21-year-old midfielder who joined Huddersfield Town in 2021 after coming through Brighton's academy. He made 53 appearances on loan at Notts County in 2025-26, helping them win promotion from League Two and winning both player of the season awards at the club.
Is Iorpenda's move to Swansea confirmed?
As of the latest reports, the deal has not yet been officially confirmed by either club, but Swansea City are described as closing in on a permanent transfer for the Huddersfield Town midfielder.
How many signings have Swansea made this transfer window?
Swansea have signed at least two midfielders in quick succession: Stephen Eustaquio, who arrived from Porto, and Tom Iorpenda, who is reported to be on the verge of completing a permanent move from Huddersfield Town.