A new federation enters the race for Herve Renard, further complicating the NFF's ambition.
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has hit a major stumbling block in their pursuit of Herve Renard for the Super Eagles coaching role, and a major financial player entered into the equation.
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Super Eagles' pursuit of Renard
Following the exit of Jose Peseiro, the federation were told to replace the Portuguese with the seasoned French coach. However, former Enyimba manager Finidi George landed the role.
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After a mere two games in charge — two crucial World Cup qualifiers in which he failed to register a win—Finidi turned in his papers.
The NFF immediately went back into the market for a head coach. Although contacts with Renard were initially denied by a key member of the federation, as revealed by the BBC, a more recent report showed that the NFF has indeed sent an offer to the French coach worth $2 million.
The stumbling block?
According to renowned Nigerian journalist Colin Udoh, USSoccer has also initiated contact with Renard, following a disappointing Copa America outing, which prompted the sacking of Gregg Berhalter.
Per the report, Renard wants a lucrative contract, and with the prospect of the USMNT in the mix, the Super Eagles could be priced out of their target.
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