Swansea star a doubt for Derby County clash | OneFootball

Swansea City are continuing to assess the fitness of captain Ben Cabango ahead of Saturday’s trip to Derby County.

The Wales international was forced off during the second half of last weekend’s goalless draw with Sheffield United with a heel problem and remains a doubt for the Swans’ second away game of the season.

Head coach Vitor Matos confirmed Cabango will undergo another assessment following Friday’s training session.

“We’ve got another day to assess Ben,” Matos said.

“We will assess him tomorrow [after training] again and let’s see.”

There was better news for Swansea’s midfield, with new signing Stephen Eustáquio available to make his debut following his move from FC Porto.

The 29-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the option of a further 12 months and will wear the number 46 shirt.

Matos believes the Portugal international’s experience and versatility will strengthen his midfield options.

“He’s fit and he’s ready to go. He seems really good physically so he’s in good shape and ready to go,” he added.

“I like a lot of things about Stephen. He brings experience and leadership, and is another player who arrives to make us stronger.

“He offers a lot such as his playmaking. He understands the game well, he knows how to build well, allows players to get forward well and I think we needed that.

“It allows us to have more progression in different ways in attack, as well as offering that aggressiveness.”

Gonçalo Franco remains unavailable with an ankle injury but is stepping up his recovery as he closes in on a return to full fitness.