Association president Andrew Kamanga has revealed in his weekly column dubbed ‘president corner’ that, the selection process of a new Zambia National team coach has commenced today with over 100 applications already received at the football house in Lusaka.

The Chipolopolo coaching job fell vacant after the resignation of Croatian gaffer Aljosa Asanovic who cited non-payment of salary arrears as the reason for his departure.

Kamanga has however said the search for Asanovic’s replacement is underway.

“The search for the Chipolopolo coach is underway with over 100 applications received. The specially constituted committee to select the coach commences sitting today (Monday) comprising representation from FAZ, government and ZAFCA.”

He added that Football House is focused on hiring a competent coach regardless of their nationality.

“The committee is expected to come up with a shortlist of candidates according to the criterion publicly provided. While the debate on whether FAZ should hire a local or foreign coach has persisted, it should be made clear that the focus should be on appointing a competent coach regardless of their nationality.”