I Don't Want More Salary, More Bonuses But Free Hands - Gernot Rohr

I Don't Want More Salary, More Bonuses But Freedom - Gernot Rohr

By Niyi Busari

Nigerians have not heard the last about the contract extension of the Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr a he refused to talk extensively regarding his discussion with the President, Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick when they met in London, England.

BSN Sports can report that Rohr is ready to continue as the Super Eagles coach only if he is given free hands to operate as his duty demands.

Rohr, in an interview with former Super Eagles media officer, Colin Udoh, said he will not demand for more money and bonuses when negotiation commences on his contract extension but he wants to be given free hands to function well its the crops of good players in the Super Eagles.

"I know things will be very very easy because i don't want more money, i dont want more bonuses. I only want to work free (freedom). I could be successful in the last few years and you know now i am 66 (year)." Rohr said.

The Franco-German tactician also spoke on the condition of staying in Nigeria if he is to continue as the coach.

"When i have a look at the past, i spent more times in Nigeria than Europe. So, that is what i see from the past but now i am waiting for the proposal.

"I have read what is written in the newspaper and website about my contract but all i have to say is that i spent more time in Nigeria. I only travel when i want to see my players who are based in Europe because only one is in Nigeria and that is a goalkeeper. So, i have to travel to see my players to talk them and their coaches in Europe.

He, however, refuses to speak further on his contract extension.

"My philosophy has always been not to speak publicly about my contract which to is confidential."

Gernot Rohr contract is due to expire in July 2020 following his two-year contract extension shortly after the 2018 FIFA World Cup.