Eric Chelle Clarifies Contract Negotiations with NFF, Addresses $130,000 Salary Reports

Eric Chelle has opened up about his ongoing contract discussions with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), dismissing speculation surrounding his reported salary demands and explaining the rationale behind his requests.

Speaking on PodcastHDF, the Super Eagles boss revealed that negotiations began shortly after Nigeria’s clash with Egypt.

Chelle addressed reports linking him to a $130,000 salary figure, clarifying that the amount is in dollars, not euros as widely speculated. He also shed light on a key detail often overlooked in public discussions — the responsibility of paying his own technical crew.

“When you talk about 130,000, first of all, it’s not euros, it’s dollars. And what people don’t know is that in Africa, with the national teams I’ve worked with, I have to pay my technical staff myself,” he said on Histoires de Foot Podcast.

“So all those people have to be paid, and those requests are simply to be in good conditions to do my job.” The former Mali national team head coach also dispelled the claims that he could walk away from the job if his demands are not met, confirming he is still under contract.