Coventry City are reportedly advancing on four separate transfer deals as manager Frank Lampard seeks to bolster his squad for the Premier League season. According to a report from Coventry Live, the club has received encouraging signs in pursuits of Francisco Moura, Fikayo Tomori, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Angel Gomes, with the combined value of the targets estimated at £92 million.
Lampard has already been active this summer, breaking the club's transfer record on four occasions. New arrivals include goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, defender Aurele Amenda, and midfielder Frank Onyeka. The Sky Blues, who returned to the top flight this season, are preparing for a crucial campaign, with their opening match against Arsenal scheduled for August 21. You can view their full schedule on our fixtures page.
Who are Coventry City's main transfer targets?
The primary targets are spread across key positions. Portuguese left-back Francisco Moura, 26, is said to be eager to leave Porto, with a price tag around £7m. French outlet L’Equipe reports that Coventry have made an approach for Marseille midfielder Angel Gomes, who is valued at £9m and wants a Premier League return. The most high-profile link is to Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk, who is available for loan after a two-year absence. The Daily Mail states Lampard is keen to reunite with the £61m signing. Finally, Coventry are one of several clubs, including Liverpool, to have enquired about AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori, valued at £15m.
What is the latest on Mykhailo Mudryk's situation?
Chelsea have opened the door for Mykhailo Mudryk to leave on a temporary deal. The Ukrainian winger has not played for the Blues in two years following a doping ban and is seeking regular minutes to regain full fitness. Following Chelsea's pre-season tour of Asia, the 25-year-old has agreed to a loan move. The Mail claims Lampard is particularly eager to bring in Mudryk, having worked with him during his previous stint as Chelsea manager in 2023. Three Premier League sides are said to be interested in the player.
How does this affect Coventry City's squad building?
These potential signings address specific needs as Coventry City adapt to the Premier League. Despite significant summer spending, Lampard's side requires further depth to compete. The pursuit of Tomori and Moura would strengthen a defensive unit, while Gomes and Mudryk offer creativity and pace in advanced areas. The club's current squad, which you can review on our squad page, shows where these additions would fit. The financial commitment for these four players would represent a major outlay, underscoring the club's ambition to establish itself in the top division.
What are the next steps for these deals?
Each deal faces its own hurdles. Porto boss Francesco Farioli hinted at a player wanting to leave, which Portuguese paper Correio da Manha links to Moura. For Angel Gomes, Marseille's financial situation may force a sale, but they are not desperate to offload him. A move for Tomori depends on AC Milan's willingness to sell a player with one year left on his contract. The immediate focus for Coventry is the final days of the transfer window, with Lampard aiming to secure at least some of these targets to complete his preparations. The club's league position can be tracked on our standings page throughout the season.
