Coventry City are on the verge of completing the signing of Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest. The 29-year-old striker is set to join the Sky Blues pending a medical, as the club prepares for their return to the Premier League after a 25-year absence. Awoniyi, who joined Forest in 2022 for a then club-record fee of £17.2m, has struggled with injuries in recent seasons but remains a proven top-flight scorer.
Who is Taiwo Awoniyi?
Awoniyi, a Nigeria international, began his career at Liverpool before moving to Union Berlin in 2021. He scored 10 goals in his debut Premier League season with Forest, including crucial strikes against Liverpool and Arsenal. However, his progress was hampered by two serious injury setbacks, including a severe abdominal injury in 2025 that required surgery and an induced coma.
Why is this move significant for Coventry City?
Coventry City, who finished top of the Championship last season with 86 points, are breaking their transfer record for the third time this summer. Awoniyi’s experience in the Premier League will be vital as they aim to avoid relegation in their first top-flight campaign since 2001. The striker’s ability to score important goals, such as his brace against Chelsea last season, makes him a key addition.
What does this mean for Nottingham Forest?
For Nottingham Forest, Awoniyi’s departure follows a period of limited game time due to injuries and competition from Igor Jesus and Chris Wood. New head coach Oliver Glasner is looking to strengthen his attacking options before the transfer window closes. Awoniyi leaves Forest with 23 goals in 103 appearances, having played a crucial role in their survival during the 2022-23 season.
