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Frank Onyeka Explains Coventry Move, Credits Frank Lampard’s Vision
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has revealed the key factors behind his decision to join Coventry City F.C, reports Completesports.com.
Onyeka linked up with the Sky Blues on loan on deadline day earlier this month, despite reported interest from Birmingham City F.C. and Sheffield United F.C..
The 28-year-old ultimately opted for a move to Coventry, citing the club’s direction and managerial influence as decisive factors.
Speaking to Coventry Live, Onyeka disclosed that a conversation with manager Frank Lampard played a pivotal role in shaping his decision.
“My agent told me about it [the interest] in early January, but I was just focusing on AFCON, so we didn’t speak much about it,” Onyeka said.
“And then, I think two weeks before the deadline, I had a call with Frank Lampard, and that’s when everything started.
“I spoke to him and could see that the club is going in the right direction, the club is going up, and it was something I wanted. Also, for family reasons, I want to stay close to them, and a lot of challenges like this.
“So that was the reason I chose Coventry over other clubs.”
Onyeka also highlighted the opportunity to form a midfield partnership with Coventry captain Matt Grimes as another motivating factor.
“We are different kinds of players,” he explained. “We bring different things to the team. He has qualities, I have my own qualities, and I think we can complement each other,” added the defensive midfielder.
With experience in both European and international competitions, Onyeka’s arrival is expected to bolster Coventry’s midfield as they push forward in the Championship campaign.
