Tchanilé Tchakala is clearly taking a proactive approach ahead of the 2015 AFCON qualifiers for Togo. His European tour to meet Togolese players abroad—especially those with dual nationality—is a smart move to strengthen the squad. Convincing players like Peniel Mlapa, Matthieu Dossevi, and Jordan Amavi to commit could be a game-changer for Togo, given their potential talent and experience.
The fact that Amavi initially said he was not of Togolese origin but Tchakala is still pursuing him shows how important it is to explore every option, especially with players who haven’t yet been capped by France or another nation.
Also, addressing the situation with key players like Emmanuel Adebayor and Agassa Kossi, who previously distanced themselves, by focusing on the psychological and patriotic angle is crucial. It seems Tchakala wants to rebuild unity and pride in the national team.
This approach could rejuvenate Togo’s squad just in time for the qualifiers. Are you interested in updates on how these recruitment efforts pan out, or details on Togo’s preparations for the upcoming qualifiers?
