Nigeria national football team head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly submitted a list of 19 conditions to the Nigeria Football Federation as part of negotiations to extend his contract, casting uncertainty over his long-term future.
According to Nigerian sports journalist Shina Oludare, Chelle formally presented the proposal on January 22, 2026, shortly after guiding the Super Eagles to a third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Chelle has earned praise for improving the team’s tactical organisation, attacking cohesion and overall confidence. However, amid reported interest from other national sides and speculation linking him with a potential move to Ligue 1 side Olympique de Marseille, he is seeking firmer guarantees before committing his future to Nigeria.
Central to the negotiations is a proposed monthly salary of $130,000, which would cover Chelle, his technical crew and personal assistant. In addition to financial terms, the coach is requesting structural reforms aimed at improving preparation, scouting and professionalism within the national team setup.
Several of his demands reflect longstanding issues that have affected the Super Eagles, including delayed salary payments, limited scouting access and alleged interference in team selection. Chelle is understood to be pushing for full technical control and improved operational standards to enhance competitiveness.
The reported demands include:
- Provision of a private SUV with chauffeur and security.
- Housing in a secure environment with uninterrupted 24-hour electricity.
- A furnished office equipped with a projector for analysis.
- Dedicated internet access.
- Flight tickets for his wife and two children (business class for Chelle and spouse, economy for children).
- GPS provision.
- Supply of equipment in line with the coach’s specifications.
- Authority to determine international friendly matches based on opponents.
- Structured camping programmes.
- Initiation of youth development programmes.
- Travel provisions to monitor national team players abroad.
- Travel to observe the domestic league for talent identification across senior and youth levels.
- No interference in team selection and call-ups.
- Formal working contracts for his staff.
- Guaranteed salary payment on or before the 30th of each month.
- Bonuses and allowances in line with federation policy.
- Inclusion of his personal assistant in the bonus structure.
- Proposed monthly salary of $130,000 (inclusive of staff and PA).
- Monthly coordination meetings with all national team coaches.
While some of the requests align with standard provisions for elite international managers, others may prove difficult to implement.
