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Swansea City have signed New Zealand international winger Elijah Just from Scottish Premiership side Motherwell. The 26-year-old impressed at the 2026 World Cup, scoring three goals in three group-stage appearances for the All Whites, including a double against Iran. Just joined Motherwell in 2025 after spending most of his career in Denmark, making 43 appearances and scoring seven goals for the Fir Park club. He was nominated for the Scottish Premiership player of the year award. Swansea head coach Vitor Matos praised Just's versatility and performance in the club's recruitment process. Just will join fellow New Zealand international Marko Stamenic at Swansea and will be reunited with summer signing Stephen Welsh, who was on loan at Motherwell from Celtic last season.
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Image caption: Elijah Just scored a double against Iran at the World Cup
Swansea City have signed Motherwell's New Zealand international winger Elijah Just.
The 26-year-old played in all three of the All Whites' games at this summer's World Cup and scored three goals.
Just joined Motherwell in 2025, having spent the majority of his career playing in Denmark. He made 43 appearances for the Fir Park club, scored seven goals, and was nominated for Premiership Player of the Year.
Manager's Reaction
"We're very excited to bring Elijah into the team," Swansea head coach Vitor Matos said.
"He can play in more than one position and his versatility will be a great fit in the side.
"Elijah joins us after performing well in all aspects of our recruitment process, and after a brilliant performance at the World Cup. We are very happy to have him with us."
Squad Connections
Just will join fellow New Zealand international Marko Stamenic at Swansea. He will also be reunited with summer signing Stephen Welsh, who spent last season on loan at Motherwell from Celtic.
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Figure caption: 'Sensational' – Motherwell's Just scores World Cup double for New Zealand
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