Former Super Eagles head coach Finidi George is poised to make a return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after resigning from his national team role. Finidi stepped down after only 40 days amid reported tensions with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

The Nation reports that Rivers United is considering Finidi for their head coach position to revitalize their team following a disappointing season-end.

Rivers United started the season on a high note, advancing to the quarter-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup before being eliminated by USM Alger of Algeria. However, their league performance faltered, and they finished outside the top positions, missing out on a continental ticket for the first time in three years.

The club aims to make significant changes to improve its fortunes, and Finidi’s potential appointment is seen as a step towards achieving that goal. His experience and reputation in Nigerian football could provide the boost Rivers United needs to regain its competitive edge in the NPFL.