Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka has completed a permanent move to Coventry after the club confirmed his arrival from Brentford for an undisclosed fee.
The 28-year-old initially joined the Sky Blues on loan in January, but the deal has now been made permanent following the opening of the summer transfer window.
Onyeka quickly established himself as an important figure in Frank Lampard’s side, helping Coventry secure the Sky Bet Championship title and earn promotion back to the Premier League.
The Super Eagles midfielder made 14 appearances during his loan spell and scored a memorable goal in a crucial victory over Derby County in April as Coventry’s promotion push gathered momentum.
His permanent signing also brings significant top-flight experience to the newly promoted side, having made 75 Premier League appearances during his time at Brentford.
Frank Onyeka has completed a permanent move to Coventry after helping the club win the Championship title, with the Nigerian midfielder now setting his sights on Premier League survival.
Speaking after completing the move, Onyeka expressed his excitement about continuing his journey with Coventry in the Premier League.
“I’m really excited for the new season with Coventry.
“When I first joined last season, I came here with two goals and that was to win the Championship and help Coventry get promoted to the Premier League.
“I’m really happy to now be a Coventry player back in the Premier League.
“I will give everything to the team, fight for every ball, fight for my teammates and bring my experience.
“My ambition now is to help the Club stay in the Premier League and finish as high as we can.”
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Having fulfilled his initial objective of helping Coventry return to the top flight, Onyeka now begins the next chapter of his career with a fresh challenge using his Premier League experience to help the Sky Blues establish themselves back among England’s elite.
His permanent contract will officially come into effect on Wednesday, July 1, marking the start of what both player and club hope will be another successful partnership following last season’s promotion triumph.
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