Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationBBC SportUnverified source· 19 Aug 2026
Vieira's Senegal appointment clouded by contract and federation turmoil
Patrick Vieira's move to coach Senegal is far from sealed, with no signed contract and federation chaos.
P. Vieira
coach
Role
Head coach of Senegal
Status
Approved but contract unsigned
Age
50
Predecessor
Pape Thiaw sacked after World Cup exit
What happened. Patrick Vieira was unanimously approved as Senegal's new head coach, but his appointment is uncertain as he has not signed a contract and the federation faces off-field issues.
- Vieira's official presentation date remains unknown.
- Thiaw demands nearly $815,000 in unpaid wages and bonuses.
- CAS ruling on contested FSF leadership expected by Friday.
Senegal's government funds the team and hasn't endorsed Thiaw's sacking, adding to the instability.
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