Algeria Approaches Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Amid Contract Speculation
Algeria has contacted Nigeria's head coach Eric Chelle as a potential manager following their 2026 World Cup exit, as reports of his $100,000 monthly contract renewal are questioned.
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Algeria has reached out to Nigeria national team head coach Eric Chelle as a potential candidate for their vacant managerial position, following the team's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to Legit.ng.
The Algerian Football Federation initiated contact after parting ways with their previous coach, seeking a new direction post-elimination. Chelle, who led Nigeria to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, has emerged as a target despite his current role with the Super Eagles.
Recent speculation about Chelle signing a $100,000-per-month contract extension with Nigeria has been cast into doubt. Soccernet.ng reports that claims of the lucrative deal are unverified, despite earlier statements from National Sports Commission chairman Shehu Dikko confirming a contract extension.
Dikko had announced the renewal following Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 campaign, but the financial terms have not been officially confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation. The lack of clarity has fueled uncertainty about Chelle’s future amid growing interest from Algeria.
Chelle remains under contract with Nigeria, and no official move has been confirmed. The Algeria approach underscores his rising profile on the continent, but Nigerian authorities have not yet commented on the international interest.