Nigeria national football team head coach, Eric Chelle will not be taking charge at Olympique de Marseille after the French side confirmed the appointment of a new manager. Chelle had emerged as a potential candidate for the Ligue 1 job following the dismissal of Roberto De Zerbi two weeks ago. His links to French football and growing reputation on the continent fueled speculation that he could be headed to the Stade Vlodrome.The rumors intensified after Chelle signed with a new football agency on February 19, a move widely viewed as positioning himself for a possible career shift.However, Marseille have now put an end to the speculation by appointing Habib Beye as their new head coach, closing the door on Chelles potential return to French club management.Since the conclusion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in January, Chelles future has been the subject of increasing uncertainty. He has also been linked with national team vacancies in Angola, Tunisia and Algeria.The ongoing speculation comes at a delicate time for Nigeria, with a FIFA international window approaching next month. The Super Eagles are also awaiting the outcome of a FIFA review related to the DR Congo case, which could determine their path to the World Cup playoffs.Chelle has just one year remaining on his current contract, and the Nigeria Football Federation has yet to finalize an extension. While the federation has publicly expressed its desire to retain him, formal action is still pending.With interest from other African nations, some of whom can guarantee World Cup participation this year, Chelles long-term future with Nigeria remains uncertain unless a new agreement is secured. The post Marseille snubs Nigeria head coach Eric Chellein search for new coach appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
