Exclusive: Coventry Set £25M Price Tag for Milan van Ewijk as Premier League Clubs Circle

In the relentless landscape of the Championship, few players have redefined the role of the modern full-back as emphatically as Milan van Ewijk. 

As the January 2026 transfer window enters its final stretch, the 25-year-old Dutchman has emerged as one of the most discussed names in English football. 

However, the roadmap laid out by the Coventry City board is designed to make even the wealthiest Premier League giants think twice before making their move.

Premier League Scouts on High Alert

Van Ewijk’s blistering pace and his remarkable tally of 6 assists this season have not gone unnoticed. 

Sources close to the club confirm that high-level scouting delegations from Fulham, AFC Bournemouth, and Crystal Palace have been ever-present in the stands at the CBS Arena.

While "silent monitoring" continues, no official bids have landed on the Sky Blues' desk as of yet. Insiders describe the current atmosphere as the "calm before the storm," with several top-flight clubs ready to pounce should Coventry's resolve show any signs of weakening.

Coventry City management holds all the cards, and their message is crystal clear: If Coventry secures promotion to the Premier League, van Ewijk is strictly not for sale. 

Upon returning to the top flight, the club plans to pivot from a "selling club" to a "retention powerhouse." Rather than cashing in, they intend to offer Van Ewijk a long-term, lucrative contract extension, positioning him as a cornerstone of their Premier League project and a future club leader.

The £21M–£25M Barrier

The only scenario in which Coventry would entertain a departure is a failure to secure promotion. Even then, the Sky Blues have no intention of letting their prized asset go on the cheap.

The board has reportedly slapped a staggering £21 million to £25 million (€25M–€30M) price tag on the right-back. Any offer falling below this valuation will be dismissed out of hand by the Chairman.

Coventry are also determined to keep hold of striker Brandon Thomas-Asante, who has recently been linked with moves to Nottingham Forest and Leeds United.

Verdict: A Future Top-Flight Elite

With his explosive speed and tactical maturity, Milan van Ewijk has clearly outgrown the Championship. 

While the chasing pack continues their move, the player’s destiny is inextricably linked to Coventry’s league position. If the Sky Blues punch their ticket to the Premier League, Van Ewijk is destined to be the face of their top-flight return.