Coventry City is set to sign Aurèle Amenda from Eintracht Frankfurt for a transfer fee of up to €20 million, including bonuses. The defender's move is nearing completion, with only minor details remaining to be ironed out.

What happened?

Coventry City were in advanced talks with Eintracht Frankfurt over the signing of Amenda, according to Sky Germany. Bild now claims negotiations between the two clubs are "essentially complete".

Why it matters for Coventry City

The signing of Amenda would be a significant boost to Coventry City's squad, as the team looks to maintain its lead at the top of the Championship. The team is currently 11 points clear of Ipswich, with a league standing of 1st in Championship, 95 pts, 28W-11D-7L from 46 games, and recent form WWWDD.

What comes next?

Amenda is said to be keen on the move and is in advanced talks with Coventry City. The Switzerland international joined Eintracht Frankfurt from Young Boys for a reported €9.5 million in January 2024. He made 29 appearances for Eintracht last season, including 20 starts.

CategoryValue
League standing1st in Championship, 95 pts, 28W-11D-7L from 46 games
Goals this season97 scored, 45 conceded (+52 goal difference)
Lead at the top11 points clear of Ipswich