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Multiple British media outlets report that Coventry City is set to sign goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton & Hove Albion for an initial fee of £22.5 million, with the total deal potentially reaching nearly £30 million including add-ons. This transfer will break Coventry's club record, surpassing the £17 million paid for Aurele Amenda last week. Rushworth, 25, spent last season on loan at Coventry, keeping 17 clean sheets in 46 matches and playing a key role in the club's Championship title win and promotion to the Premier League. Brighton has included a high sell-on clause and a buy-back clause in the contract. Rushworth is expected to undergo a medical within 48 hours. Coventry manager Frank Lampard, who took over in November 2024 and signed a new contract this month, is working on additional signings. Coventry will play their first Premier League match since 2001 on August 21 away to Arsenal.
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Hupu, July 29 — Multiple British media outlets report that Coventry City is set to sign goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton for an initial fee of £22.5 million, a deal that will break the club's transfer record.
After leading the team to promotion to the Premier League, Coventry manager Frank Lampard is about to secure his top transfer target. Rushworth is expected to complete his return later this week.
Key Details
- Transfer fee: Initial £22.5 million, with the total deal potentially reaching nearly £30 million including add-ons and subsequent installment payments.
- Contract clauses: Brighton has included a high percentage sell-on clause and a buy-back clause for the 25-year-old goalkeeper.
- Medical: Rushworth will undergo a medical within the next 48 hours.
Rushworth's Impact at Coventry
Last season, Rushworth joined Coventry on loan and quickly became one of the team's most important players. He kept 17 clean sheets in 46 matches.
Coventry won the Championship title with 95 points and earned promotion to the Premier League, with Rushworth playing a key role in the team's promotion campaign.
Club Record and Context
This deal will surpass Coventry's previous club transfer record. The club just signed Swiss international Aurele Amenda for £17 million last week.
Coventry returns to the Premier League as Championship champions, marking the club's first return to England's top flight since 2001.
Lampard's Role
Lampard took over as head coach in November 2024 and subsequently revitalized the Midlands club. He signed a new contract with the club earlier this month.
Club owner Doug King has stated he will support the manager. Lampard is currently working on bringing in several more new signings.
Upcoming Fixtures
- August 21: Coventry will play their first match back in the Premier League, away to defending champions Arsenal.
- Following weekend: The team will host fellow promoted side Hull City at home. This will also be Coventry's first Premier League home match in 25 years.
Source: The Daily Telegraph
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Coventry City to Sign Goalkeeper Carl Rushworth for Record £22.5 Million Fee