Interim Coach, Salisu Wants Eagles Job On Permanent Basis

Super Eagles caretaker coach, Salisu Yusuf has declared his interest for the Eagles’ top job on permanent basis.

The former Kano Pillars boss was recently appointed by the Nigerian Football Federation to take charge of the Super Eagles latest international friendly games against Mali and Luxembourg.

Both games ended in victory for the Eagles and Salisu has now admitted his desire to keep his position on a full-time basis.

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“I can take responsibility at this level,” he said.

“I have been working as a coach for the past 15 years. I will work a lot harder because the responsibility is higher. It will not change my philosophy as a coach.

“I will not be surprised if I’m given the job because I have assisted three coaches (Keshi, Oliseh and Siasia). I know the job and I can do the job.

“I will use active players, playing for their clubs regularly, conditioning and match fitness will come from their club sides. We will only discus tactics and strategy for the four days we are together before a game.

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“The quality of the player cannot be compromised and if he is active, he can take responsibility.

“If you are playing for your club, it will be easier for you to play for the national team,” Salisu added.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is expected to announce a permanent coach ahead of the 2018 World Cup qualifiers, which begins in October.

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