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Luke Williams says contract talks with Swansea City players including Ben Cabango, Harry Darling and Liam Cullen remain "ongoing".

The trio are all out of contract next summer, while experienced duo Kyle Naughton and Joe Allen both see their deals expire following the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign.

"I think that’s something that is ongoing. Each of those players (Cabango, Darling and Cullen) have got different set of circumstances," said Williams.

It comes amid reports claiming Championship rivals Bristol City are eyeing a move for Swans centre-back Darling.

The 25-year-old played under current Robins' boss Liam Manning during their time at MK Dons, and while Williams admits he's not surprised to see Darling linked with other clubs, the Swansea head coach says he is unaware of any approach for the defender.

"I'm not shocked to hear a previous manager that he's worked with, and such a good player, and has now become an experienced and established Championship player, I'm not surprised to hear there's some speculation at least," said Williams.

The Swans were boosted by the news that versatile right midfielder Sam Parker has signed a new deal with the club.

Parker has signed to remain with Swansea until the summer of 2028.

"It’s great news," Williams said of Parker's new deal.

"He’s got a bit of time now to really nail down his game and try to force himself into the first team."

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Sam Parker has signed a new long-term contract with Swansea City.

The 18-year-old's previous deal was due to expire in the summer of 2026, and the right-sided midfielder was linked with clubs including Burnley, PSV Eindhoven and RB Leipzig earlier this year.

However, the academy product has signed a new deal to remain with the Swans until 2028.

"It feels amazing to secure my future at this club, especially because I've been here since I was very young," said Parker.

"I want to thank everyone who I've worked with throughout my time here, who have helped me get to where I am now.

"I especially want to thank my family, who have sacrificed a lot to take me to training throughout the years."

Parker, who can also play right-back or as a winger, made his senior bow for Swansea in a 2-2 draw at Coventry City in December last year.

He went on to feature against Morecambe and Birmingham City under head coach Luke Williams but missed the remainder of the 2023-24 season due to a hamstring injury.