As Taiwo Awoniyi settles down to life in his new surroundings at Nottingham Forest following his move from German side Union Berlin, ace English Premier League writer Adrian Clarke has given his opinion on the record signing.
Awoniyi smashed another transfer record when he moved to Nottingham Forest same like he did when he moved to Union Berlin from Liverpool. In both instances he was the club’s record signing.
With pre season now in full swing, Clarke gave possible reasons why the 24 year old will be a hit at the newly promoted English Premier League side when the season gets underway.
“Awoniyi is extremely similar to Keinan Davis, who proved the ideal foil for Johnson last term while on loan from Aston Villa”, he wrote in his article for the official website of the English Premier League.
“The summer signing scored an impressive 15 Bundesliga goals for Union Berlin in 2021/22, a side who averaged only 43.3 per cent possession.
“Leading the line for a Forest team who will also build their play for turnovers and counter-attacks, the former Liverpool forward’s physique and running power means he has the potential to function equally well for his new club”, he stated.
“Last season was his breakthrough year, scoring 20 goals for Union Berlin in all competitions, including four in the UEFA Europa Conference League.
To succeed at the City Ground, Awoniyi must hit the ground running and build on the confidence he has right now.
From a tactical perspective he is tailor-made to shine at the top end of the pitch for Forest”, he concluded.
