Chelle focuses on Eagles despite contract financial talks
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has acknowledged ongoing financial negotiations with the Nigeria Football Federation regarding his contract. Despite these discussions, Chelle emphasized that his main focus remains on coaching duties and preparing the team for upcoming competitions. He stated that his agent is handling the financial aspects while he concentrates on player assessment and squad development. Chelle also highlighted plans to scout domestic talent and monitor players abroad.
Match highlights
- Éric Chelle confirmed that financial issues are part of his contract talks with the Nigeria Football Federation, but he is leaving negotiations to his agent.
- He is focusing on team preparation and player assessment after Nigeria finished third at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
- Chelle plans to scout Nigeria Premier Football League games and evaluate uncapped players of Nigerian descent abroad.
- Nigeria will begin their Unity Cup campaign against Zimbabwe at The Valley on Tuesday, May 26, with potential matches against Jamaica or India depending on results.
- Additional international friendlies against Poland and Portugal are scheduled for June, as part of Chelle’s squad assessment and rebuilding strategy.
