Hai Phong aims for foreign coach for new ambitions

Hai Phong Club is considering plans to find a foreign coach to replace Chu Dinh Nghiem after this season concludes.

Hai Phong Club is entering the most crucial phase in preparing for the new season as they must find a replacement for coach Chu Dinh Nghiem, the strategist who will depart Lach Tray Stadium after this season ends. Not only considering domestic options, the Port City team is also proactively contacting several foreign coaches to find the most suitable choice for the next journey.

According to VTC News sources, Chairman Van Tran Hoan is directly involved in the process of selecting a new head coach. Initially, Hai Phong Club prioritized using a domestic coach, even someone with Hai Phong roots, to preserve identity and foster connection with local fans. However, given the increasing demands for expertise and competitive ambitions in V.League, the option of seeking a foreign coach is also being seriously considered.

Currently, the Port City team is reportedly in contact with several coaches from Asia and Europe. This move shows Hai Phong does not want to settle for stability alone but aims for breakthroughs in the future. This coaching selection is seen as a "life-or-death" decision, as the successor will shoulder immense pressure following what Chu Dinh Nghiem built over many years.

Under coach Chu Dinh Nghiem, Hai Phong transformed from a team often struggling in relegation battles into one of the most formidable collectives in V.League. The team not only possesses an attractive, energetic playing style but also maintains impressive stability. In the 2022 season, Hai Phong finished as runners-up and at times competed fiercely for the championship with Hanoi FC, creating a memorable milestone in the club's history.

Coach Chu Dinh Nghiem himself is one of Vietnam football's most successful strategists over the past decade. Before joining Hai Phong, he helped Hanoi FC win 3 V.League titles, 2 National Cups, and 3 National Super Cups. He also led the Capital team deep into AFC Cup, proving his coaching capability both domestically and continentally.

Therefore, the person taking the hot seat at Lach Tray next season will certainly face great pressure. Not only must they maintain achievements, the new coach also needs to preserve the playing style identity left by Nghiem, amid the team potentially losing more key pillars. By considering foreign coach options, Hai Phong Club demonstrates determination to renew itself to maintain its formidable position in V.League.

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