Sports · 16 August 2026

Coventry City closing in on £21m Cherif and £17m Awoniyi signings

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Coventry City is reportedly near signing Sidiki Cherif for around £21 million, who will have a medical today. Manager Frank Lampard is also looking to bring in Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi for about £17 million. It's claimed Awoniyi is already undergoing a medical, aiming to join before Friday's Arsenal game.

By BriefTea Editorial · 16 August 2026 at 14:58

Reported by Coventry Telegraph · How we write briefs

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