Report: Barnsley table 'substantial bid' to Coventry for ex-Portsmouth favourite Conor Chaplin

Barnsley have reportedly made a ‘substantial bid’ to Coventry for ex-Pompey favourite Conor Chaplin.
By Will Rooney
Published 4th Jul 2019, 16:42 BST
Updated 4th Jul 2019, 23:39 BST
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The Tykes have renewed their interest in the Blues academy graduate, according to Coventry Live.

Chaplin left Fratton Park for the Ricoh Arena last summer for £500,000.

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Originally joining the Sky Blues on loan, he completed his permanent move in January and signed a three-and-a-half year deal.

Conor Chaplin in action for Coventry at Fratton Park last season. Picture: Joe PeplerConor Chaplin in action for Coventry at Fratton Park last season. Picture: Joe Pepler
Conor Chaplin in action for Coventry at Fratton Park last season. Picture: Joe Pepler

Barnsley were also keen on Chaplin but he opted for a switch to Mark Robins’ side.

Former assistant coach, Andreas Winkler, confirmed the Tykes’ interest last year.

He said: ‘We wanted to sign Conor Chaplin here in Barnsley but now he is at Coventry.

‘He was very close to coming to us.’

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Coventry Live say reports in south Yorkshire claim Barnsley, who were promoted into the Championship last campaign, have tabled a £700,000 bid.

Chaplin netted eight goals in 33 appearances as the Sky Blues finished eighth in League One.

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