Angel Rangel delighted to see Roque Mesa join Swansea

Swansea City veteran Angel Rangel believes the signing of Roque Mesa is a real coup for the club ahead of the new Premier League season.

The Spanish right-back, who has spent 10 years at the club, first saw the Swans’ new signing play in La Liga for Las Palmas against Real Madrid in a thrilling 3-3 draw in March.

Years later, Rangel will get the chance to link up with the midfielder in South Wales and still has fond memories of seeing the 28-year-old in action.

“It shows the ambition of the club. We want to have a much better season and bringing in players with the quality of Roque shows we are moving in the right direction,” said the full-back.

“It shows having a great training ground with fantastic facilities can help attract some great players.

“Hopefully he can show his quality in the Premier League and help us to achieve something special.

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“Roque chose Swansea not just for the way we play and the manager, but also because of the set-up here and the area.

“I saw Roque a number of times last season in La Liga. The game that really stands out for me was that match at Real Madrid.

“It ended 3-3 but I was very impressed with how he played that day, particularly as it was at the Bernabeu. It shows he is a real winner.”