The Guinea national team is in the process of finalizing its next coaching appointment, and Luis Fernandez is still seen as the frontrunner, though there are complications that could affect his arrival. His desire to continue his radio hosting role in France appears to be a sticking point for the Guinean Football Federation (Feguifoot), and this could lead to a delay in the final decision. The prospect of living in Guinea rather than balancing both roles has made Fernandez hesitant, giving rise to alternative options.
Interestingly, former coach Patrice Neveu is also a strong candidate, having previously managed Guinea between 2004 and 2007. His familiarity with the team and the country could make him a safe and appealing choice for the Federation. Additionally, Hubert Velud and Patrice Carteron, both of whom have strong backgrounds in African football with TP Mazembe, have expressed interest. However, Carteron is expected to move to CS Sfaxien in Tunisia, which may take him out of the running.
This situation is reminiscent of the challenges Feguifoot faces when looking for a balance between experience, availability, and commitment. If Fernandez is unwilling to relocate to Guinea full-time, Neveu seems like a logical replacement, though Velud could be an interesting outside option as well, given his experience managing Chad and Rwanda.
Do you think Guinea should prioritize Neveu, given his previous experience with the team, or would a fresh face like Velud or Fernandez be better suited to lead the Syli National forward?
