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Coventry City Lands Striker Taiwo Awoniyi for £17m
16 Aug
Summary
- Coventry City agrees to a deal around £17 million for striker Taiwo Awoniyi.
- Awoniyi was Nottingham Forest's record signing in 2022 for £17.2 million.
- Coventry City prepares for Premier League return after 25 years.
Coventry City has reached an agreement for the transfer of Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi, with the deal valued at approximately £17 million. This acquisition is a major boost as the Sky Blues prepare for their return to the Premier League.
The club is expected to finalize the transfer before their season opener. Awoniyi joined Forest in 2022, becoming their record signing at £17.2 million. He scored 23 goals in 103 appearances for the club.
Despite a past injury in May 2025 where he ruptured his intestine, Awoniyi's move signals strong intent from Coventry. The team has also made other key signings, including Gus Hamer and Carl Rushworth, as they aim to establish themselves in the Premier League.
