The North African powerhouse move for Orlando Pirates boss Jose Riveiro After Al Ahly sacked Marcel Koller, according to Kick Off.
In a stunning development, the Egyptian giants have approached Jose Riveiro with a lucrative offer to become their next head coach, starting from the upcoming season.
Al Ahly’s shock CAF Champions League exit on Friday triggered swift action from the club’s top brass. The Egyptian giants drew 1-1 in the semi-final second leg but were eliminated on the away goals rule. The result sealed Swiss-born manager Marcel Koller’s fate.
Koller’s reign ends in controversy
Koller’s departure came amid chaos at Cairo International Stadium, where fans hurled water bottles as he exited the pitch. The writing had been on the wall, sources close to the club confirmed his job hinged on securing a result against Mamelodi Sundowns.
Despite the unceremonious end, Koller leaves behind a decorated tenure with two CAF Champions League titles.
Al Ahly waste no time in eyeing Riveiro
Al Ahly didn’t hesitate to initiate talks with Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro. According to a trusted source within the Egyptian club, officials have already met with the Spanish tactician to discuss terms for next season.
“Al Ahly has put a mouth-watering offer for Jose Riveiro. The coach could be tempted to move to Egypt next season. The deal is highly possible,” the insider revealed.
Riveiro’s exit from Pirates opens the door
With his contract at Orlando Pirates expiring in June, Riveiro has reportedly decided not to renew. This decision aligns perfectly with Al Ahly’s timeline for a fresh coaching appointment.
Riveiro has enjoyed massive success in South Africa. He led the Buccaneers to five trophies and remains in contention for the Betway Premiership and Nedbank Cup titles, despite falling short in the Champions League.
Al Ahly’s aggressive pursuit of Riveiro signals a clear intention to reclaim dominance in African football. If the deal goes through, the Spanish tactician could bring his winning pedigree to Cairo. Which would set the stage for an interesting new chapter.
Stay tuned with The South African as the North African powerhouse makes a bold move for Orlando Pirates boss Jose Riveiro.
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