Gusau Opens Up On Chelle Contract Situation

Gusau Opens Up On Chelle Contract Situation

Sampson Adedeji

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has clarified the contract situation of Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, amid growing speculation following Nigeria’s impressive outing at the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Chelle’s tactical acumen and the Super Eagles’ strong performance at the tournament have reportedly attracted interest from several countries, sparking rumours over his immediate future with the Nigerian national team.

However, speaking to respected journalist Osasu Obayiuwana, Gusau dismissed talks of a contract extension at this stage, stressing that the federation remains comfortable with the existing agreement.

“There will be no contract extension discussion with Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles head coach, for now,” Gusau said. 

“We signed a two-year deal with him in January 2025. He is only halfway through his contract. In the last six months of his current deal, we can start to look at things.”

The NFF president’s comments underline the federation’s position that Chelle remains firmly in charge of the Super Eagles, despite external interest, and that any future negotiations will follow due process and timing.

Eric Chelle was appointed in January 2025 and still has significant time left on his current contract, with the NFF keen to maintain stability as the team prepares for upcoming international commitments.