Taiwo Awoniyi: Super Eagles striker reveals why he signed for EPL newcomer Nottingham Forest

Taiwo Awoniyi, a Super Eagles striker, has explained why he chose to join Nottingham Forest.

The 24-year-old was rumored to be interested in playing for a number of other Premier League clubs; however, he has decided to sign a five-year contract with the newcomers.

Awoniyi, who impressed for Union Berlin last season, has stated that discussions with Reds manager Steve Cooper were the main reason he joined the club.

“I feel great. I feel very happy to be here. Looking at the project, it’s something I’m really looking forward to.

“What stood out about Forest were the meetings with the head coach and the discussions we had. I can see how ambitious and dedicated he is to his job.

“My dream is to always keep working and I see him as a person who I can develop under. For me, it’s always about hard work, dedication, and believing in God. When I look back at the games with Union Berlin, it was always about the team for me,” Awoniyi said as quoted by the club’s official website.