The ex-Chelsea man has been named the new Super
Eagles’ handler, as he affirmed he was pleased to coach
the three-time African champions
EXCLUSIVE
Jose Mourinho has been named the new head coach of
Nigeria following the departure of interim Samson Siasia.
Mourinho signed a four-year contract to take charge of
the Super Eagles, while Mutiu Adepoju, Kanu Nwankwo
and Peter Rufai join him as his backroom staff.
The former Chelsea coach will be tasked with qualifying
Nigeria for the 2018 World Cup having missed out of the
2017 Africa Cup of Nations billed for Gabon.
The 53-year-old had been linked with Manchester
United job but has agreed a deal with Nigeria which is
due to last until 2020, after Sunday Oliseh quit his post
on February 25, 2016.
"I have the pleasure to confirm I have committed to a
legendary African side, with the massive challenge of
qualifying for the Russia 2018 World Cup," Mourinho told
Goal.
"I am lucky because for years I had the fortune to coach
big teams like Chelsea, Inter Milan and Real Madrid, and
now I have the opportunity to coach another big team
like Nigeria. It is an honour and I want to keep winning.
"We have a duty to prove we are the best team in Africa
and also do well at the 2018 World Cup.
“I’d like to thank the Nigeria Football Federation for
believing in me and with their backing, I am confident
that we can build a stronger Super Eagles,” he
concluded.
Mourinho will be presented at a media conference on
Friday at the Abuja National Stadium.
Happy April 1st!
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