NFF Faces Financial Constraints in Potential Peseiro Sack
A recent statement by Nse Essien, a Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) board member, sheds light on the financial constraints hindering the potential dismissal of Super Eagles Head Coach Jose Peseiro. The Portuguese coach has faced mounting pressure following consecutive draws against Lesotho and Zimbabwe in the World Cup qualifiers, raising concerns among Nigerian football enthusiasts.
Essien acknowledges the widespread calls for Peseiro’s removal but emphasizes the NFF’s financial limitations in meeting compensatory fees. Despite the team’s underwhelming performance, the board faces constraints in parting ways with the coach due to monetary considerations.
With fans expressing disappointment and demanding Peseiro’s dismissal, Essien highlights the predicament faced by the NFF. The calls for sacking the head coach have gained momentum, especially after the team secured only two points out of a possible six in the qualifiers.
Essien clarifies the involvement of the Sports Ministry in Peseiro’s employment. While addressing the demand for the coach’s removal, he notes that the current regime did not make the appointment, and it was the Sports Ministry that employed Peseiro.
Peseiro, whose contract was renegotiated to $50,000 from $70,000 in September, is yet to receive his salary. Essien reveals that the coach has not been paid, highlighting the NFF’s commitment to honoring contractual agreements despite the financial challenges.
Essien underscores the need to respect Peseiro’s contract, emphasizing that the coach’s compensation remains unpaid. Despite the desire to relieve him of his duties, financial constraints have prevented the NFF from taking immediate action.
The NFF board expresses dissatisfaction with the current situation, acknowledging the fans’ discontent and the team’s precarious position in the World Cup qualifiers. The inability to pay compensatory fees adds to the complexities of the decision-making process.
As the NFF grapples with financial constraints and public pressure, the unresolved salary payment situation adds a layer of complexity to the Super Eagles’ coaching dilemma. The board faces a challenging decision-making process in navigating the team’s future.