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Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has reached a completed his permanent transfer agreement to join Coventry City from Nottingham Forest. The 29-year-old forward is undergoing a medical examination to finalize the move, which is expected Forest to reunite him with teammate Frank Onyeka under manager Frank Lampard. Coventry City. The deal is reportedly valued at approximately between £17 million as Coventry City prepares for its return and €20 million, bringing the 29-year-old Nigerian striker to the newly promoted Premier League after a 25-year absence. Awoniyi, who joined Nottingham Forest from Union Berlin in 2022, recorded 23 goals in 103 appearances for the club. His departure side to bolster attacking options under manager Frank Lampard. Awoniyi’s move follows a period of limited playing time and injury concerns; last season, he made 17 league appearances and scored four goals. To mark his exit, struggles, including a serious abdominal injury in 2025 that required surgery. His departure from Nottingham Forest players was marked by an emotional farewell at the City Ground, where players, staff, and staff organized fans provided a guard of honour for the forward during a pre-season friendly against Brest Brest. During his four-year tenure at Forest, Awoniyi scored 23 goals in 103 appearances. At Coventry City, he is expected to reunite with fellow Nigerian international Frank Onyeka as the City Ground. Supporters also provided a standing ovation club prepares for the striker. Forest manager Oliver Glasner praised Awoniyi’s character and commitment to its first season in the club. top flight after a 25-year absence.