Biography

The 20-year-old midfielder joined the Tinners on loan  in January, until the end of the 2024-25 Vanarama National League South campaign. 

Bates cut his formative footballing teeth at the Liberty Stadium but after five years, joined Welsh Premier outfit Briton Ferry Llansawel. 

He caught the eye in senior football with Ferry and after a successful trial period in February 2023, rejoined the Swans. 

Bates has impressively captained the Championship side’s under-21 team this term, whilst this temporary switch to Truro has allowed Swansea to take up an option to extend his contract through to the summer of 2026.