Belgian Maurice Cooreman has signed for Gombe United to become their head coach for the 2012/2013 Nigeria Premier League (NPL) season. Cooreman signed a one-year contract “with many options,” according to chairman of the Gombe State Sports Commission, Mallam Farouk Yarma. “Yes Mr Maurice Cooreman has signed for us. He signed a year contract with many options among which is to help our coaches technically and at the same time put the club in international spotlight through results and style of play. “Cooreman was always our first choice as head coach because of his track record with clubs in the country and working with young players. Remember Gombe United have been in the top flight for a while and stabilised and now we want to compete with the big teams,” said Yarma to supersport.com.
Yarma also explained that erstwhile coach, Bernard Ogbe, did not have his contract renewed after it expired last term.
Cooreman told supersport.com that he is excited to be in charge of the Savannah Scorpions for the coming season. “It’s good to be head coach here (at Gombe United). I’m ready to help Gombe United become one of the biggest sides in the country just as I’ve done with a number of clubs,” he said. Cooreman, 68, was the head coach of Warri Wolves until last month when he left on mutual consent.
The Belgian has also managed Ocean Boys, Kaduna United, Lobi Stars, Enyimba, Gabros FC and Bendel Insurance in the past.
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