Eintracht Frankfurt loses Amenda to Coventry City for record fee
Eintracht Frankfurt loses the defender Aurèle Amenda to Coventry City for a record fee. The Swiss international joins the Premier League club and brings Eintracht Frankfurt 18 million euros.
What happens?
Aurèle Amenda leaves Eintracht Frankfurt to join Coventry City. The defender was one of the few winners of the SGE in the previous season and joined Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2024 for 9.5 million euros from Young Boys Bern.
Why is this important for Eintracht Frankfurt?
The sale of Amenda brings Eintracht Frankfurt 18 million euros. The Bundesliga club receives additional 2 million euros through bonuses. For a defender, Eintracht Frankfurt received only 2024 more than Willian Pacho for 40 million euros to PSG.
What comes next?
Coventry City makes Amenda the most expensive signing in the club's history. The traditional club from near Birmingham achieved with coach Frank Lampard for the first time since 2001 the jump into the Premier League.
Conclusion
The sale of Amenda is an important step for Eintracht Frankfurt. The club receives a record sum and can secure its future. Coventry City, on the other hand, makes Amenda the most expensive signing in the club's history.
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