Stephen Eustaquio eagerly accepted the opportunity to join Swansea City after his successful stint helping Canada advance to the World Cup knockout stage. The midfielder was enticed by the chance to assist the Welsh club in their quest to return to the Premier League, especially with the prospect of reuniting with coach Vitor Matos, a familiar face from his time at Porto.
Swansea City officially confirmed the signing of the 29-year-old from Porto on a two-year deal with the option for an additional season. Eustaquio expressed his excitement about working under Matos, emphasizing the familiarity and comfort it brings to his decision. He described the move as a natural choice given the circumstances.
Having finished 11th in the Championship last season, Swansea faces a challenging road back to the Premier League, a challenge Eustaquio acknowledges. Despite the difficulties ahead, he is optimistic about the potential for success and creating a special atmosphere at the club throughout the season.
Originally from Leamington, Ontario, Eustaquio relocated to Portugal in his early years. Prior to his time at Porto, he played for Chaves in Portugal and Cruz Azul in Mexico. His tenure at Porto spanned over four years, featuring in more than 150 matches. Eustaquio briefly joined Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles FC on loan earlier this year.
With 61 caps for Canada and appearances in the last two World Cups, Eustaquio has been a prominent figure in the national team. His pivotal goal against South Africa in the Round of 32 at the recent World Cup showcased his impact on the field. Eustaquio reflected on the memorable summer tournament and the pride of representing Canada on the global stage.
Eustaquio will sport the No. 46 jersey for Swansea and is poised to potentially debut in the upcoming match against Derby County this weekend.