Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle denied links to Marseille, saying no talks occurred and he remains with Nigeria.

Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle addressed rumors linking him to Marseille’s head coaching job, confirming his agency was approached but stating he had no direct contact with the club and that no further steps were taken. He remains committed to his role with Nigeria, where he has one year left on his contract. Chelle also clarified his request for a $130,000 monthly salary—intended to cover his entire technical staff—as part of ongoing negotiations with the NFF and National Sports Commission. Marseille hired Habib Beye instead.