Swansea City is heading to the Alps this July for a pre-season training camp in Austria, as the club gears up for the 2026-27 Championship season. While the exact dates and full itinerary are still under wraps, the trip is expected to include two friendly matches, giving fans a first glimpse of the team in action.

This will be Swansea's first pre-season under new manager Vitor Matos, and he's already making it clear that this isn't just about getting fit—it's about building a foundation. "I will say it now, the best transfer [of the summer] will be the pre-season together," Matos said last month when asked about summer transfer plans. "It doesn't mean that you're going to win all the games, but it means you create basics to be closer to success. You create basics that when there's a little bit of a storm, you always find a way to get out. That will be massive for us."

For a squad looking to find its identity under new leadership, that extended time on the training ground could be the difference-maker. Whether you're stocking up on new kits or prepping for the season ahead, this is a team worth watching as they build chemistry in the Austrian countryside.