Finidi George To Earn N15m Monthly Salary – Report

The new Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George will earn N15 million as monthly salary, it has been revealed according to report.

Finidi declined to disclose his expected salary when he was introduced to the media on Monday at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja, at a ceremony that was witnessed by Owan Enoh, the Minister of Sports..

“I am not quite worried about earning even as much or even more than (predecessor Jose) Peseiro because what I’m getting is good enough for me at the moment. The moment I add value to what I’m here to do, the money will definitely come,” said Finidi.

Nonetheless, ACLSports claims that the 53-year-old will receive N15 million, making him the highest-paid native coach in Nigerian history.

His five assistants will however be entitled to only allowances and other bonuses.

Finidi will lead the Super Eagles out for the first time in a substantive capacity against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday, June 7.

The Super Eagles will take on Benin Republic in Abidjan three days later.