Fabio Cannavaro Rejects Super Eagles Coaching Offer, Prioritizes European Clubs
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Former Italian football captain, Fabio Cannavaro has confirmed that he turned down an offer to manage the Nigeria national team.
Cannavaro, who had been linked to the role, revealed that discussions with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) did not progress.
The NFF had also announced German coach Bruno Labbadia as a potential candidate, but he later distanced himself from the position.
Bruno Labbadia also coached VfB Stuttgart.
(Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)
Cannavaro explained his decision, stating, “I had offers from Nigeria [national team] and Iranian clubs, but I want to wait for Serie A and European clubs until December. After that, I may start travelling again.”
The Super Eagles remain without a permanent coach but Austin Eguavoen has been appointed on interim basis.
Eguavoen will oversee the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
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