It seems like there is ongoing turmoil surrounding the coaching position for the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon. Despite Jean Paul Akono’s struggles to retain his seat, the Minister of Sports and Leisure, Adoum Garoua, is pushing forward with the recruitment process for a new coach. A commission led by Tombi to Roko, the secretary general of Fécafoot, has been sent to France to conduct interviews with candidates on the short list prepared by the Manga Ougene commission.
The candidates reportedly include Raymond Domenech, Volker Finke, and Sven Goran Eriksson. Notably, Eriksson was preferred over Kombouaré due to his perceived international experience. The shortlist initially included Pierre Lechantre, but an undisclosed factor weighed against him.
Interference from the top of the State is mentioned as contributing to the complexities of the recruitment process. Despite the uncertainty, it is suggested that the name of the selected coach will be revealed by May 9.
Meanwhile, Jean-Paul Akono claims to be calmly preparing for the upcoming matches, with plans to publish the list of preselected players around May 19. There are also discussions about an amicable separation between Akono and the national team’s technical staff and public authorities.
The situation appears to be dynamic and subject to changes, with various factors influencing the decision-making process for the new coach of the Indomitable Lions.
