Coventry lose Wright before Arsenal, Cherif signs
Coventry's £26m signing Caleb Yirenkyi is set for his Arsenal debut after a rapid rise from Ghana via Nordsjælland, with Lampard and Michael Essien both convinced by his potential.
Coventry are tipped to start several debutants at Arsenal, with Rushworth, Yirenkyi, Tchaouna and Amenda in line. Wright and Woolfenden are out, Onyeka is a doubt.
Frank Lampard urged Coventry to face Arsenal without fear or regret on their Premier League return, saying summer recruitment has prioritised physicality, size and set-piece strength.
Statistical preview of Coventry's opener at Arsenal, with the champions strong favourites as the Sky Blues begin life back in the Premier League.
Coventry's FPL attack is assessed after 97 goals last season, but Wright's injury and new arrivals cloud starts. Grimes, Yirenkyi and possibly Simms are early options.
Season preview backs Coventry to fight for survival after promotion, highlighting Rushworth, Yirenkyi and new signings, while Haji Wright faces around 12 weeks out.
Coventry face a daunting Premier League start with Arsenal away, Hull at home and Manchester City away, underlining how tough the fixture list is for the promoted side.
Frank Lampard said Haji Wright has a serious quad injury and could miss up to 12 weeks, ruling him out of Coventry's Premier League opener at Arsenal.
Frank Lampard wants Coventry to take inspiration from Sunderland and Leeds as they prepare for their first Premier League season in 25 years.
Coventry have confirmed Sidiki Cherif's signing from Fenerbahce for a reported £21m, adding another striker before Arsenal with Haji Wright sidelined.
