Moffi  gets  new trainer as Puel takes charge at Nice

OGC Nice’s decision to appoint Claude Puel as head coach could mark a turning point for Super Eagles attacker, Terem Moffi, whose difficult campaign has mirrored the club’s recent instability.

Puel replaces Franck Haise following a mutual termination of contract, ending weeks of uncertainty that had hovered over the Allianz Riviera. For Moffi, who has struggled for form, confidence and consistent minutes this season, the managerial change represents an opportunity for renewal rather than another setback.

Under Haise, Nice endured a turbulent period marked by inconsistent results, internal restructuring and off-field tension, factors that often trickle down to affect attacking players most.

Moffi, once one of Ligue 1’s most feared forwards, found himself isolated in games, short of service and frequently rotated, making it difficult to rediscover the ruthless edge that defined his earlier spell in France.

Claude Puel’s return to Nice—his second stint at the club after managing them between 2012 and 2016—offers a different tactical and psychological environment.

Known for his structured approach and emphasis on discipline, Puel has a track record of rebuilding confidence in struggling players and restoring balance to unsettled squads.

For Moffi, the timing could hardly be more crucial. With international expectations still high and his standing in the Super Eagles under scrutiny, a productive second half of the season is essential. Puel’s system traditionally values intelligent movement, positional awareness and work rate from his forwards—qualities Moffi possesses when fully fit and mentally sharp.

The appointment of Julien Sablé as assistant further signals a hands-on technical reset at Nice, one that could see underperforming players reassessed on merit rather than reputation. For Moffi, that clean slate may be exactly what is required to reignite his season.

As Nice look to stabilise their campaign, all eyes will be on how Puel re-integrates his attacking options. For Terem Moffi, this change of guard could be the defining chapter of his season—either a revival or a final test of resilience at the top level.