Marseille consider Eric Chelle for head coach position
Pablo Longoria, president of Olympique de Marseille, is showing strong interest in appointing Eric Chelle as the club’s new manager. The Super Eagles coach has officially applied for the vacant role and made direct contact with Longoria to present his case. Despite his current contract with the Nigeria Football Federation, Chelle appears open to a swift return to club football. Several other candidates are also under consideration as Marseille search for a new boss.
Match highlights
- Eric Chelle is being considered for a four-month contract with a performance-based extension if he wins the Coupe de France and secures third place in Ligue 1.
- The coach has limited club experience, having previously worked with Martigues and Boulogne.
- Other candidates for the Marseille job include Pierre Aristouy, Sergio Conceição, and Christophe Galtier.
- Interim coach Pancho Abardonado could remain in charge as the club takes time to decide.
- NFF President Ibrahim Gusau insists that Chelle remains committed to the Super Eagles despite the interest from Marseille.
