Jackett An Oli Fan

Jackett On Oli Bandwagon

Jackett An Oli Fan

Speaking to BBC Sport, Jackett said "He (Oli) scored a fantastic goal and caused them plenty of power with his power and pace" It is well known that Jackett is a fan of Oli from their time together at QPR and, despite the quality of the opposition, it is easy to assume today that Oli is much nearer a contract than he was prior to the game.

With one of his goals coming from over 30 yards from goal, Jackett will have been impressed but should wait until he has seen Oli in further action before jumping in with the contract offer. Barry should not prove to be too big a test on Tuesday but Hereford next Saturday should give us a better idea of his real capabilities against sides of league quality.

Jackett though was happy with the performance although he did have his doubts for a while

"It was a useful workout, the first one, we dominated the game and created several chances,

"But at one stage I was starting to question our finishing."

Jackett expanded on his thoughts on both Oli and the other trialist Willy Gueret with these words

"I only have a limited budget - maybe I have room for only another two players and one of those will have to be a goalkeeper.

"I've got to ask myself, can Dennis settle outside London - it can be difficult for a lad to do that sometimes. But Oli possesses power and pace and will worry a lot of defenders."

"I'm looking at Gueret's performances in terms of the block fixtures that we now have. I don't think it's fair to judge a player over one game."

The last statement could be worrying for Gueret, and also Swans fans, as it suggests that he was not overly impressed with the goalkeeper's performance that has brought differing reviews from the Swans fans present after the game.

Oli was adamant that he wanted a contract to prove a point to Jackett's former boss Ian Holloway

"The next 13 days could decide whether or not I do get a contract at Swansea.

"I'd love to stay on at the club because the lads have made me feel so welcome.

"I felt hard done by because I didn't get a fair chance at QPR last season. I'm determined to prove people like [QPR manager] Ian Holloway wrong."

Swans are next in action on Tuesday evening at Jenner Park, Barry.

Why not check out the latest Vetch Verdict on the BBC site?

What to read next:

Jamal Lowe : Still to be contacted regards his future at Swansea, Langstaff update
We have been told by numerous Swansea fans of a chance meeting in a service station between Jamal Lowe and those returning from Norwich yesterday. Nothing in that or indeed the conversation they had yesterday. Indeed there has to be some interpretation from what we know already on Jamal Lowe.

Brave Swans in memorable game at Carrow Road
It was a pulsating game to watch and very much one of my favourite away games of the season. The Swans looked an entirely different side to that we saw at Middlesbrough when it is clear a catalyst for commitment was agreed behind the scenes at Swansea City. To a man every player grafted and wore the shirt with pride. To see the players really acknowledge the Swans support at Carrow Road this afternoon was emotional.

Norwich City 2 - 2 Swansea City - Player Ratings and Reports
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.

TEAM NEWS : Norwich City v Swansea City
The Swans are on the Norfolk Broads, punting and boating their way to the end of the season. Hopefully the city of Norwich is obliging.

Swansea City : Jack Army travel over 1,000 miles for two games in succession
Swansea City have set out on their second long distance away trip in two weekends, this time to Norwich for todays clash between the Swans and Canaries (3pm) Over the last ten meetings between the clubs Swansea City have won five times, Norwich the same.

Cardiff City fan sends tragedy tweet directed at dead Swansea City fan Terry Coles
As a result of the news reported by Sky on Wednesday that five military horses had escaped and ran through central London, a Cardiff City follower thought it wise to relate the incident to the death of Swansea fan Terry Coles, 42.

Swansea reject Cullen contract and trigger one year option
Liam Cullen has had his request for a new contract dismissed by Swansea City after discussions broke down last week. The lowest paid ‘senior’ player at the club ( he is twenty five) asked for a better contract increasing his £3,500 a week to around £7,000 a week over three years.

Gwyn’s Eye View : Norwich City v Swansea City ‘The officials’
Thanks to Gwyn we have a thorough assessment of this weeks officials who will take charge at Carrow Road this Saturday at 3pm. Norwich City will be keen to get the points to guarantee their play off slot, and Saturday is their first go.

Sam Parker hasn’t turned down a new deal, he is willing to negotiate
He was a revelation for the Swans for the few games he played this season, and now it emerges Sam Parker has ‘turned down’ a new Swansea City contract. News is thin on the ground, and some of it just incorrect as he looks to involve his representatives in some further negotiations. Plus his current contract runs for two more years.

Swansea City : The vision is clearer, so Jamal Lowe ?
There were some worrying moments for the Swans yesterday, on three occasions mistakes from playing out from the back nearly saw the home side score. And is there now a case for Jamal Lowe to be offered a contract at Swansea ?