Finidi George Mums On Salary, Talks Tough on Players' Selection

Finidi George Mums On Salary, Talks Tough on Players' Selection

Precious Oham

Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George has refused to speak on what he is expected to earn as coach of the team following his unveiling, BSNSports.com.ng reports. 

He however played down on the salary expectations during Monday's unveiling in Abuja, saying that he is more interested in adding value to the team. 

"I know money is good but I think if you add value to what you do, the money will come. I am not quite worried about earning as much or more than what Jose Peseiro was earning. What I am getting is good enough for me.

"The moment I add value to what I am doing, I think the money will come. For me, it's all about work and add value. So long as the team is going to win, the money is going to come."

On the issue of his relationship with the players, George said there won't be any controversy but he will maintain a perfect relationship. 

"I think I have been with the team for 20 months and I can assure you that my relationship with the players is very perfect. As an Assistant and now been a Head Coach, we are not changing it. I will just try to improve on my relationship with the players.

"These are professional players. We have to give them what they are used to in Europe and in Europe you don't have to slap anybody for not doing their job. Definitely, I have a way of talking to the players they will understand.

"Henceforth, you will not hear any controversy on my relationship with the players. That will be perfect."

He went further to say that players selection will be based on merit and those willing to fight for the badge adding that his first major target is to qualify for the world cup.  

"Selection of players, you have to be playing in your club and you must have that commitment. For me Nigeria is first and that is the same commitment and loyalty I want from each and every player that is invited and if you can do that you are good to go.

"My first target is to make sure we are in line to qualify for the world cup. But the major step or target is these two games that we have. We will do everything to win against South Africa and Benin Republic. Once we do that, we have set the tone and take it from there."