Swansea City FC has bid farewell to their skipper Matt Grimes, as he officially joins Championship rivals Coventry City. The midfielder, who spent a decade at Swansea, expressed that leaving the club was a tough decision. Grimes, 29, signed a three-and-a-half year deal with Coventry City for a fee believed to be between £3.5 million to £4 million.
Grimes completed his medical with Coventry and is expected to become one of the highest earners at CBS Arena under manager Frank Lampard. Reflecting on his departure from Swansea, Grimes mentioned that it was a challenging choice, given his long tenure at the club and the relationships he built. However, he expressed excitement to embark on a new chapter with Coventry, highlighting the club’s ambitions and the project ahead.
The midfielder bid his farewell to Swansea teammates earlier in the week, prompting the club to confirm his departure. Swansea announced that they had accepted a bid from a Championship club for Grimes, respecting his desire to move on. Coventry City confirmed the signing of Grimes with an undisclosed fee, subject to international clearance, coincidentally ahead of their match against Swansea.
Speaking about his move to Coventry, Grimes expressed his happiness to be part of a club with significant ambitions and a promising future. He indicated that the decision to join Coventry happened swiftly after discussions with the head coach and chairman. Grimes emphasised his belief in the club’s upward trajectory and expressed eagerness to contribute to their project.
Swansea City confirmed Grimes’ departure and acknowledged his contributions to the club as a former captain. They expressed respect for his decision to seek a new challenge and wished him well in his future endeavours with Coventry City. Grimes, in turn, expressed gratitude for his time at Swansea, noting the fond memories he will cherish but also his excitement for the opportunities ahead at Coventry.
Matt Grimes’ move to Coventry marks the end of an era at Swansea, where he played a significant role for the team. His departure signals a new chapter in his career, with Coventry City providing a platform for further growth and success. Football fans will be watching closely as Grimes begins his journey with his new club, Coventry City, in the Championship.