Finidi quit his role as head coach of the three-time African champions after the Nigeria Football Federation announced its plan to appoint a foreign technical adviser for the team.
The decision came after an outcry by the football-loving populace following the team’s poor performances, including a shock defeat to Benin Republic in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Ivory Coast last month.
As the federation continues its long search for the next coach of the team, reports indicated that the hunt is in its final stage, with the choices of the football body narrowed down to Renard and Andersson.
Earlier in July, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau dismissed reports that Renard was being considered for the job, with his hefty demand of $180,000 monthly salary the only stumbling block.
“I am not aware of that for now,” he said.
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