Swansea City have completed the capture of New Zealand international Elijah Just, signing the 26-year-old winger from Scottish Premiership side Motherwell on a contract running for three years with an option for a further 12 months.
Player profile and recent form
Just, who will wear the club’s number 8 shirt, arrives in South Wales after a spell in Scotland where he made 43 appearances across all competitions and scored seven goals over two seasons. The forward began his senior career in New Zealand with Western Suburbs and Eastern Suburbs before moving to the Danish top flight in 2019 and then to Motherwell in 2025.
His international reputation was boosted at the recent FIFA World Cup where he scored three goals for the All Whites, including an opening strike against Iran that drew widespread attention and a brace that marked a first for a New Zealand player at a World Cup.
How he fits into Swansea City's plans
Manager Vítor Matos and Sporting Director Ben Stevens have both signalled that Just’s versatility is a key factor in the recruitment. The club expect him to add pace on the flanks, greater creativity in the final third and the ability to cover several positions in midfield and attack.
"We're very excited to bring Elijah into the team. He can play in more than one position and his versatility will be a great fit in the side," said head coach Vítor Matos.
"Delighted for Elijah to join us, he will add quality to our attack with the ability to play in multiple positions," Sporting Director Ben Stevens added.
Local reaction and next steps
Supporters will be watching to see how quickly Just adapts to Swansea’s style and tempo under Matos. Having joined during the close-season, he will be available to integrate during pre-season training and is expected to feature once the necessary approvals are finalised.
- Age: 26
- Previous club: Motherwell
- Contract: Three years + 12-month option
- Shirt number: 8
- World Cup goals: 3
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| Senior appearances for Motherwell | 43 |
| Goals for Motherwell | 7 |
| World Cup goals | 3 |
While the focus will be on on-field contributions, the signing also carries resonance for Swansea’s sizeable following of international football and underlines the club’s intent to blend domestic and overseas talent. Supporters and local media will expect updates as the club confirms the formalities and announces Just’s debut.
This signing follows Swansea City’s recent recruitment drive as they seek to build a squad capable of competing through the season and to give Vítor Matos the tools to implement his tactical approach.
