**Cardiff City Set for Summer Squad Revamp with Four New Signings Planned**
Cardiff City are preparing for a busy conclusion to the summer transfer window, with chairman Mehmet Dalman revealing the club intends to bring in up to four new faces. This news comes after the Bluebirds’ 2-1 victory over Peterborough United to kick off their League One campaign—a match that underscored the club’s ambition for the season ahead.
Despite being the only League One club yet to announce a new signing, the Welsh capital side is on the brink of movement in the transfer market. Dalman confirmed that the signing of FC Copenhagen goalkeeper Nathan Trott is close to completion, with the deal set to include an option for a permanent move should Cardiff secure promotion this term. Another transfer, sources suggest, could swiftly follow Trott’s impending arrival.
In an exclusive statement, Dalman detailed the club’s vision for this transfer window. “We’ve got a goalkeeper coming in,” he explained. “We’re looking to add another three players in this window.” According to Dalman, newly appointed boss Brian Barry-Murphy has taken his time to assess the squad before making significant changes. “He wanted to have a really good look at what he’s got before making decisions, and now he feels confident about the team’s core,” Dalman added, expressing enthusiasm for the current group.
When pressed on the timeline for the additional signings, Dalman suggested another deal was also nearing completion but hinted at minor obstacles. “One is very close, but there’s a small issue we need to resolve. After the goalkeeper, we expect to purchase one more player, and likely bring in two more on loan,” he commented. Nevertheless, Dalman was clear in his belief that a complete squad overhaul is not necessary, citing the quality already present at the club.
Much of Cardiff’s strategy this summer has involved retaining key players rather than wholesale changes. Despite a number of departures—nearly a dozen first-team members leaving in various circumstances—Cardiff’s hierarchy remains confident about the strength of the squad’s backbone. They have also highlighted the emergence of several promising young talents vying for first-team opportunities.
Of particular interest is the future of strikers Yousef Salech and Callum Robinson. The striking duo has reportedly attracted attention from rivals, but Dalman was unequivocal in ruling out their exit. “They’re not going anywhere,” he stated firmly, repeating the sentiment for emphasis. This stance offers assurance to supporters concerned about losing the team’s primary attacking threats.
In terms of recruitment priorities, Cardiff are understood to be targeting improvements across the defensive line, with centre-back, right-back and left-back all identified as key areas for reinforcement. Additionally, a winger remains a desirable addition to provide creativity and width as the club navigates a challenging League One campaign.
Head coach Barry-Murphy also addressed the ongoing transfer saga after the latest match, expressing caution regarding definitive statements. “I said before the match a signing was imminent, so I was held to that in the last press conference. I’m a little nervous about promising anything before Thursday, but I’m confident we’ll have business done by then,” he said, reflecting the cautious optimism in camp.
The coming days are likely to be pivotal for the Bluebirds, both in welcoming much-needed reinforcements and in reaffirming their commitment to retaining key squad members. For Cardiff City fans, the next moves in the transfer window could well set the tone for a season aiming not only for promotion, but for sustained long-term growth.