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Friedel expects Swansea to be more direct under Bradley

Swansea's tradition of possession-based football could be set to change under new manager Bob Bradley, according to the ex-American No. 1.

Brad Friedel has told Swansea fans to expect a more direct style of play under new manager Bob Bradley.

American Bradley was appointed by Swansea's US owners on Monday following the sacking of Francesco Guidolin, who had kept the team up last season after Garry Monk's dismissal.

The Welsh club became closely associated with possession-based soccer during its rapid ascent from the lower leagues to the top flight, culminating in the team winning the League Cup under Michael Laudrup in 2013.