Coventry City Sign Taiwo Awoniyi as Super Eagles Striker Begins New Chapter
Coventry City has secured Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest in a deal reported to be worth €10.5 million. The 29-year-old, seeking more game time, received an emotional farewell from Forest and is now set to make a significant impact for newly promoted Coventry, starting with their Premier League opener against Arsenal.
Newly promoted Coventry City have confirmed the signing of Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest for an undisclosed fee, reportedly around €10.5 million. The 29-year-old Nigerian completed the move and was officially welcomed by Coventry on Monday, August 17, 2026, after undergoing a medical ahead of the transfer.
Awoniyi joined Forest in 2022 for £17.2 million and scored 23 goals in 103 appearances across all competitions, but limited opportunities last season, including just three league starts, prompted his move in search of regular football.
Awoniyi received an emotional farewell from Forest, with players and coaching staff giving him a guard of honour before Sunday's pre-season friendly against Brest, while supporters at the City Ground gave him a standing ovation.
Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis described him as one of the defining figures in the club's recent journey, while manager Oliver Glasner praised his commitment and wished him success at his new club. Coventry marked his arrival with a 22-second announcement video featuring the Nigerian flag, with Awoniyi declaring, “Super Eagles don land, it had to be Cov.”
The Nigerian striker is expected to play an important role in Coventry's first Premier League campaign, with their opening fixture coming against defending champions Arsenal. Awoniyi has a strong record against the Gunners, scoring three goals in six appearances, and his participation in Forest's pre-season means he arrives match-fit.
With Coventry manager Frank Lampard potentially turning to him from the start, Awoniyi now has an immediate opportunity to make his mark as the club begins its new Premier League adventure.