The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) national football team, coached by Claude Leroy, is experiencing a turbulent period just before the start of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). Here are the key points:
- Claude Leroy’s Threat: Claude Leroy, the French coach of the DRC team, has threatened to leave the group less than 24 hours before the start of the CAN. His threat is reportedly linked to issues related to players’ and staff bonuses, as well as difficulties in the management of the Federation.
- Lobbying for Normalization: Leroy has been lobbying for the normalization of bonuses for players and staff, as well as addressing management issues within the Federation.
- Players’ Support: The players, in support of Leroy, canceled the team’s training session scheduled for the morning. The players and coaching staff seem united in addressing the challenges they are facing.
- Denial of Resignation: Leroy denies formally resigning but admits to considering it. He emphasizes that bonuses were not taken into account for part of his technical staff.
- CAN Outlook: Leroy expresses optimism about the team’s performance in the upcoming CAN, referring to it as a “big CAN.”
The situation underscores the challenges and tensions that can arise in the lead-up to major tournaments, especially concerning issues such as bonuses and management disputes. The resolution of these issues will be crucial for the stability and focus of the DRC national team during the Africa Cup of Nations.
