Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has reportedly submitted a detailed 19-point list of conditions to the Nigeria Football Federation as part of ongoing negotiations for a contract extension.
Chelle, who signed a two-year deal with the NFF in January 2025 with an optional additional year in the federation’s favour, has recently been linked with a possible move to French Ligue 1 side Marseille.
According to sports journalist Shina Oludare, the Franco-Malian coach formally presented the proposed terms to the NFF on January 22, 2026, following what he described as “an in-depth investigation and fact-checking of the document.”
The proposal outlines a monthly salary of $130,000, which would cover Chelle, his technical staff, and his personal assistant.
It also calls for regular monthly meetings with all national team coaches to foster collaboration and coordination across the Super Eagles’ programs.
In addition, the document highlights several infrastructural and logistical requests, including a private SUV with a chauffeur and security, a house in a secure environment with 24-hour electricity, a furnished office equipped with a projector for tactical analysis, and reliable internet access.
Other provisions reportedly include flight tickets for Chelle’s wife and two children, GPS equipment, and the supply of training equipment in line with the coach’s requirements.
The terms also give Chelle authority over friendly match arrangements, youth development initiatives, and scouting for players both locally and internationally.
The full 19-point proposal submitted to the NFF reads as follows:
Private car (SUV) with a chauffeur and security.
House in a well-secured environment with 24hrs uninterrupted power supply (electricity).
Furnished office with projector for analysis.
Internet provision.
Flight tickets for wife and two children (Eric and wife Business class; children economy).
GPS provision.
Supply of proper equipment in accordance with the coach’s demand.
Based on opponents, the coach has the right of choice regarding international friendly matches.
Camping programs.
The coach will initiate programs for youth development.
Provision for the coach to travel, watch, monitor, and engage players of the national teams abroad.
Provision for the coach to travel to watch the local league to identify potential players for integration into the senior national team, U23, U20, and U17 squads.
No interference in team selection and player call-ups.
The NFF has to issue a working contract for my staff.
Salary needs to be paid on or before the 30th of every month.
Bonus and allowance as per federation structure.
Request to include my PA in the bonus and allowance structure.
Proposed salary of $130,000 (One hundred and thirty thousand dollars) monthly, covering all my technical staff and PA.
Monthly meeting with all national team coaches.
Chelle’s demands reflect a comprehensive approach aimed at professionalizing the Super Eagles’ operations, ensuring the welfare of his team and staff, and enhancing Nigeria’s footballing infrastructure.
The NFF is yet to respond publicly to the proposal.
