Reported Super Eagles Coach Denies Demanding $120,000 Monthly Salary

The reported first choice for the Super Eagles job, Toni Conceição, has opened up about the speculation surrounding his potential appointment as the team’s coach. Conceição was the top choice for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to take over as coach of the Super Eagles, but his demands for a salary of $120,000 per month were deemed too high by the federation.

However, in a statement, Conceição’s representative has denied these reports, claiming that they are entirely false and should be disregarded. The statement asserts that while there was indeed some interest expressed by the NFF, no concrete discussions or agreements were reached between Conceição and the relevant authorities. The circulating figures and claims, according to the statement, are purely speculative and lack any factual basis.

Conceição’s denial has sparked a lot of interest and debate, particularly among football fans in Nigeria. Many had assumed that the Portuguese coach’s high salary demands were the reason why he was not appointed as the Super Eagles coach. However, it now appears that this may not be the case.

The NFF’s decision to appoint Eric Chelle as the new coach of the Super Eagles has been met with mixed reactions. While some have welcomed the appointment, others have expressed disappointment that Conceição was not given the job. The fact that Conceição has denied the reports about his salary demands has added a new twist to the story, and has left many wondering what really happened during the negotiation process.

Conceição’s reputation as a coach is well-established, and he has a proven track record of success in Africa. His experience as a coach in the continent, particularly in Cameroon, has given him a unique understanding of the African game. Many had believed that he would be the perfect candidate to take over as coach of the Super Eagles, given his knowledge of the continent and his coaching philosophy.

The Super Eagles are currently struggling in the World Cup qualifiers, and the pressure is on Chelle to turn things around quickly. While Chelle’s appointment may have been seen as a surprise by some, he has a tough task ahead of him to restore the team’s confidence and get them back on track.