Taiwo Awoniyi leaves Union Berlin for Coventry City
Union Berlin bids farewell to a key striker as Taiwo Awoniyi joins Coventry City for a fee of around £9 million (approx. €10.5M). The 29-year-old Nigerian signed with the Sky Blues, as announced by the club on Monday. Awoniyi, who scored 21 goals in 90 Premier League appearances for Nottingham Forest last season, returns to England's top flight.
What does this departure mean for Union Berlin?
Losing Awoniyi is a blow for Union Berlin, who finished 11th in the Bundesliga last season with 32 points from 29 games. The striker was a vital player for the Köpenicker, especially during his loan spell from Liverpool. With 33 goals scored and 50 conceded (-17 goal difference) last season, the club must now find a replacement.
Awoniyi's career path
Awoniyi began his career at Liverpool, where he spent six years on loan, including a stint at Union Berlin. In 2022, he moved to Nottingham Forest, establishing himself as a reliable goalscorer. However, his journey was marred by injuries: in May 2025, he underwent abdominal surgery and was placed in an induced coma. After returning in July 2025, he suffered a knee injury in November that sidelined him for a month.
What's next for Union Berlin?
Union Berlin faces the challenge of replacing Awoniyi. With players like Robert Skov, Aljoscha Kemlein, and Livan Burcu currently injured, manager Urs Fischer must reshuffle the attack. The team's last win was a 4-0 victory over FC Augsburg on May 16, 2026. Their recent form shows two wins, one draw, and two losses in the last five games.
