Florian Bianchini has completed a loan transfer to French second-tier club Clermont, departing Swansea City for the remainder of the season. The 25-year-old winger and forward has failed to establish himself as a regular starter since arriving at the Welsh club from Bastia in summer 2024.
During his time at Swansea, Bianchini managed three goals across 38 appearances, with only eight of those outings coming in league competition during the 2024-25 campaign. His lack of opportunities led to a loan spell at Portsmouth between August and November 2025, where he featured in just 11 matches before a knee injury contributed to the early termination of that arrangement.
What does this mean for Swansea's squad?
Bianchini's departure is part of a broader restructuring at Swansea ahead of the transfer deadline on Tuesday. Zeidane Inoussa is heading to Portsmouth on loan, while Ronald is expected to complete a permanent move to Millwall. These exits follow the club's recent acquisition of Manchester City's 17-year-old winger Jeremy Monga on loan and midfielder Leo Walta's departure to Los Angeles FC, indicating a significant overhaul of the squad's wide positions.
What is Bianchini's contract status?
The French forward remains under contract with Swansea until 2028, meaning the club retains his services beyond this loan arrangement. His move to Clermont provides an opportunity to gain regular playing time in a competitive league while Swansea continues to reshape its attacking options.
Key Facts
- Bianchini joined Swansea from Bastia in summer 2024 but has struggled for consistency
- He scored three goals in 38 appearances for the club, with limited league starts
- A previous loan at Portsmouth in 2025 was cut short due to injury
- His contract with Swansea runs until 2028
- The loan move coincides with multiple departures as Swansea reshapes its squad before the transfer deadline
