Former Nigeria winger, Finidi George, has vowed to keep fighting despite being denied the chance to handle the U17s on two occasions.
The 49-year-old possesses a UEFA A Licence, which allows him to become head coach of youth teams up to 18 years, reserve teams and men’s professional second-tier outfits.
George was first denied the opportunity to take charge of the Golden Eaglets as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) decided to retain Manu Garba.
It was the same case of rejection in 2019, as he was snubbed for a vastly experienced compatriot Fatai Amoo.
“I’m very disappointed but I understand the Nigerian system quite well,” George told BBC Sport Africa.
“It’s a matter of having patience. So I’m open to continuing to improve myself with the hope of getting a chance to coach one of the country’s youth teams.
“When you have the right qualifications, attitude and professionalism, you can only aim for the best and it may even be a chance with the senior side, the Super Eagles, we shall see.”
“I was disappointed to be ignored, but only consoled that at the end of the day this is Nigeria,” he added.
“I understand the challenges, I will just wait for when the time is right and the opportunity presents itself again.
“As I continue to look at other options out there, I am open and will not shut the door to Nigeria.
“I just hope someday that decision will be made and I will be called upon to handle one of the teams. I can only just keep hoping.”