Leon Britton has been highly impressed by Vitor Matos's early impact at Swansea City. The former midfielder, now a first-team coach, says the Portuguese manager's messages are clear and have translated to matchday performance. Britton notes Matos's emphasis on pressing and counter-pressing, a direct influence from his time at Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp.

Britton returned to Swansea in November as a temporary coach after Matos couldn't initially bring his backroom staff from Maritimo due to employment rules. He and Joe Allen have since stayed on permanently. Britton, who has served under 13 Swansea managers, believes Matos's passion and enthusiasm make him a great fit for the club and city.

The immediate focus under Matos has been on high-pressing, but Britton expects Swansea to develop more possession-based play in the coming months. He references the club's historic 'Swansea Way' under Roberto Martinez, suggesting Matos will blend his Liverpool-inspired energy with the club's traditional emphasis on controlling the ball.