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Amuneke takes up Heartland role

His appointment comes after working with the club in the capacity of a consultant and having taken charge of the former Nigerian champions’ open screening last month.

Before taking the job, the former Nigeria forward was linked with the Super Eagles job, which was eventually handed to new Rivers United coach, Finidi George.

The details of the contract were not revealed just as Heartland’s fate of playing in the NPFL next season is still hanging in the balance following their relegation last season.

The Naze Millionaires are reportedly in talks with the newly promoted club, Beyond Limits, to acquire their slot, but officials from Imo State have cooled rumours about the deal.

Heartland were relegated to the Nigeria National League for the third time in their history after losing 4-1 against Remo Stars during an NPFL match-day 36 game in Ikenne in June.