"Ultimately, it's up to others, rather than myself, to judge whether I am the right person to take the club forward," he said.

"But, having been a coach for 14 years, having learnt a lot and observed people in management - people like Graham Taylor - I feel ready to step into this position.

"I feel I can meet the challenge that lies in front of me and I hope everyone will be 100 per cent behind the team so we can attack the top half of this division next year."

Jackett continued "Football-wise, the Swansea fans can expect to see a team that plays with energy, enthusiasm as well as a high-tempo game.

"They will see a team that will be very good at creating chances, pushing into the opposition half of the field and wins the ball back as many times as possible.

"Now, that's very easy to say and sometimes quite difficult to do. But that's the aim. That's the way I want the team to be playing."

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