Former Chelsea technical director Michael Emenalo is confident that he will get a similar role at Newcastle United, according to Eurosport.
What’s the story?
Eurosport are reporting today that Emenalo is confident that Newcastle will hire him.
The 56-year-old Nigerian is well-connected in the world of football, and that will come handy for Newcastle.
After all, the Magpies will be buying big-name players in the coming transfer windows.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) now own Newcastle.
The Magpies have the richest club owners in world football now.
Emenalo reportedly loosely knows new Newcastle manager Eddie Howe.
The Telegraph reported earlier this month that Newcastle plan to appoint Emenalo as their new director of football.
Exciting times for Newcastle
Emenalo, who played for Notts County and earned 14 caps for Nigeria, is well respected in the world of football.
The 56-year-old has already spoken to the Newcastle owners in Saudi Arabia, according to The Telegraph.
Emenalo was hugely successful during his 10 years at Chelsea, bringing in the likes of Eden Hazard and Thibaut Courtois among other players and also enhancing the club’s academy.
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