Exclusive Foot Africa: Patrice Neveu discusses dual nationals targeted by Togo

Exclusive 06 March 2026 at 03:04

Imed Ben Amara

News Editor

In an exclusive interview with “Foot Africa”, French coach Patrice Neveu, the new head coach of the Togo national team, addressed the issue of dual-nationality players who could strengthen the national squad as they look ahead to the qualifiers for AFCON 2027.

The former Guinea manager confirmed interest in several promising profiles.

“Yes, there are players who could join the project. But the most important thing is to present them with a clear direction and a solid structure first. The players have a very intense schedule with their clubs, sometimes playing every three days. So it’s crucial to show them that the national team is a serious, well-structured project,” he stated, before adding: “There’s Lilian Brassier, the Stade Rennais defender, and also Marvin Senaya, the right-back from AJ Auxerre,” he continued.

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Drawing on his experience across the continent, Patrice Neveu will look to restore pride to a Togo side that has been struggling for momentum since their historic qualification for the 2026 World Cup.