Nabi’s Salary Demands At Wydad ‘Revealed’

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi reportedly demanded a monthly salary of around R994,340 to take over at Wydad Athletic Club. (Photo: Gallo)

Wydad Athletic Club announced the appointment of former Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi as their new manager, with the monthly salary he initially demanded reportedly revealed.

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Nabi’s Financial Demands During Negotiations

According to reports from Moroccan sports publication Al Mountakhab, the Tunisian tactician requested a monthly salary of $60,000 (approximately R994,340) during negotiations to take over at the Casablanca-based giants.

While exact finalised figures remain undisclosed by the club in their official unveiling, it is understood that the 60-year-old’s financial expectations would have placed him in the upper echelon of coaching salaries on the continent, reflecting the pedigree of a manager brought in to lead a project of significant ambition.

It was further reported that the two parties initially found themselves at odds over the financial terms, with a gap between what the club was prepared to offer and what the coach felt his services warranted.

However, it is understood that progress was made towards a middle ground, with both sides eventually reaching a compromise that paved the way for the confirmation that Nabi had landed the role.

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Wydad Confirm Nabi Appointment

“Wydad Athletic Club announces the appointment of Tunisian tactician Nasreddine Nabi as the head coach of the first team, through to the end of the current sports season,” the club revealed in an official statement.

“This appointment reflects the club’s strategy to leverage the experience and coaching competence of Nasreddine Nabi to lead the first team during the upcoming phase, work on developing its performance, and enhance its competitive presence across various competitions.

“As Wydad Athletic Club welcomes coach Nasreddine Nabi, it wishes him every success in his duties, contributing to achieving the set goals and meeting the expectations of the Wydad supporters.”

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