Transfer: Awoniyi Bids Goodbye To Nottingham As Manager Confirms Striker Joining New Club

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has said goodbye to his teammates and supporters as he prepares to leave the club for a new challenge.

Awoniyi is reportedly set to join newly promoted Coventry City on a permanent transfer after Forest manager Olivier Glasner confirmed that the Nigerian is leaving the club.

The striker was given a guard of honour by his Forest teammates after he was substituted during their 2-0 pre-season victory over Brest at the City Ground.

Awoniyi has been linked with a move away from Forest after struggling to consistently produce his best form since joining the Premier League club from Union Berlin.

However, the Nigerian forward showed flashes of his quality towards the end of last season, scoring three goals and providing two assists in his final six matches as Forest secured their Premier League survival.

Despite that improvement, Awoniyi’s position behind Chris Wood and Igor Jesus in the pecking order raised concerns about his chances of getting regular playing time.

Coventry City reportedly took advantage of the situation and have reached an agreement with Forest for Awoniyi.

The deal is believed to be worth around £17 million, which is approximately N31 billion in Nigerian currency.

Awoniyi has reportedly already completed his medical ahead of the move to Coventry.

Speaking to Forest TV, Glasner confirmed that the striker appears to be on his way out of the club.

“The striker received a guard of honour from the Forest squad as he exited the field at the City Ground.

“There was a very positive atmosphere, supportive, and a strong relationship between the stand and the team. This is the most crucial aspect, and I believe Taiwo received the guard of honour because it appears he will be departing.

“You can observe the strong bond between the players and the fans. There was a lot of applause and gratitude for Taiwo’s contributions over the past couple of years.”

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With his move to Coventry drawing closer, Awoniyi will hope the transfer gives him the opportunity to play regularly, regain his best form and begin a new chapter in his career.