Nigerians Breathe Easy as Algeria Ignores AFCON Messiah Jose Peseiro, Appoints Another Coach, Report

• The immediate future of Jose Peseiro has been a subject of huge conversation
• The Algerian football federation were keen on the appointment of the Portuguese
• A report of the announcement of another manager by the Algerian FA has emerged

The remarkable achievements of Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro, during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have catapulted him into the spotlight as one of the most coveted coaches on the continent.

Despite initial doubts and criticism, the seasoned Portuguese tactician guided the Nigerian team to their first final appearance at the prestigious tournament since 2013.

Peseiro's outstanding performance has garnered widespread support from Nigerian fans and football stakeholders, who are urging the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to extend his contract.

While discussions regarding Peseiro's contract extension seem to have hit a roadblock, reports have surfaced of the Algerian Football Federation (AFF) offering him a lucrative monthly salary of ₤208,000.

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The Dessert Foxes find themselves in need of a top-tier coach after parting ways with Djamel Belmadi due to a series of disappointing AFCON campaigns.

Although Peseiro's name was prominently featured on their list of potential candidates, recent reports from media outlet, Soccernet indicate that the AFF has appointed another manager.

Algeria FA appoints another manager

The report indicates that the 2019 AFCON champions have selected the 60-year-old Vladimir Petkovic as their choice.

The former Switzerland manager is said to have reached an agreement with the Algerian FA, and an official announcement is expected soon.

Petkovic was most recently in charge of French Ligue 1 side Bordeaux. However, one of the Bosnian manager’s career highlights was leading the Swiss national team to a fourth-place finish at the 2019 UEFA Nations League finals.

The appointment of Petkovic reduces the number of nations vying for Peseiro's managerial services, a development welcomed by many Nigerian football enthusiasts.

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Troost-Ekong speaks on Peseiro’s future

Sports Brief in another report stated that Super Eagles of Nigeria defender, William Troost-Ekong, had spoken about the immediate future of coach Peseiro.

The 30-year-old emphasised the desire of himself and his teammates for the Portuguese manager to continue.

Ekong also mentioned that the coach had promised to call him to provide an update on his future.