French coach Eric Chelle has reportedly presented a detailed list of 19 demands to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as part of negotiations to extend his tenure as head coach of the Super Eagles.
According to sports journalist Shina Oludare, Chelle’s conditions cover logistics, salary, staff welfare, and professional autonomy, reflecting his desire to operate under optimal conditions for the national team. Key highlights of his demands include:
- Provision of a private SUV with a chauffeur and security.
- Housing in a secure environment with 24-hour electricity.
- Furnished office with a projector for tactical analysis.
- Internet access.
- Flight tickets for Chelle and his wife (business class) and two children (economy class).
- GPS provisions.
- Supply of equipment according to the coach’s requirements.
- Authority to choose opponents for international friendly matches.
- Organized camping programs for the teams.
- Initiation of youth development programs.
- Travel allowances to monitor and scout players abroad.
- Travel to watch domestic league matches for player identification across senior, U23, U20, and U17 teams.
- No interference in team selection and player call-ups.
- Issuance of working contracts for his technical staff.
- Timely monthly salary payment by the 30th.
- Bonuses and allowances according to NFF structures.
- Inclusion of his Personal Assistant in the bonus and allowance scheme.
- Proposed salary of $130,000 monthly, covering Chelle, his technical staff, and PA.
- Monthly meetings with all national team coaches.
Chelle’s demands underscore his focus on professionalizing team management, ensuring logistical support, and maintaining autonomy over team affairs while also prioritizing youth development and staff welfare.
The NFF has not yet responded to Chelle’s proposals, but the negotiations are expected to influence the future structure and performance strategy of Nigeria’s national teams.