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EPL: Coventry City agree deal to sign Awoniyi

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  • Coventry City has agreed to sign Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest on a permanent transfer.
  • Awoniyi is currently undergoing his medical examination ahead of completing the move to Frank Lampard's squad.
  • The experienced forward brings Premier League experience to Coventry City, aiming to strengthen their attacking options.

Coventry City has reached a club-to-club agreement to sign Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest on a permanent deal. The transfer is set to be finalized once Awoniyi completes his medical examination, a crucial step before officially joining Frank Lampard's squad.

Awoniyi's arrival is expected to bolster Coventry City's attacking capabilities. The experienced forward brings valuable Premier League experience, having been a significant part of Nottingham Forest's squad since joining them from Union Berlin in 2022.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the agreement on X, stating, "Coventry City agree deal to sign Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest, here we go! Club-to-club agreement done, permanent move and also understand medical is now ongoing. New striker for Frank Lampard." The move signifies a key strengthening for Coventry City as they aim to enhance their offensive options for the upcoming season.

Coventry City agree deal to sign Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest, here we go! Club-to-club agreement done, permanent move and also understand medical is now ongoing. New striker for Frank Lampard.

— Fabrizio RomanoConfirming the transfer agreement between Coventry City and Nottingham Forest.
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