Zdravko Logarusic, former Warriors’ coach had caused quite the pain for Zimbabwean football supporters. As he leaves, he was been awarded US$90 000 due to him.
The Warriors found themselves sitting at the bottom of Group G of the World Cup Qualifiers. This followed after they suffered defeat 5 times, drew 8 times and won only once. Of course, football supporters began to call out for the sacking of the coach. Fortunately, their cries were heard.
This record of poor performance even lead to investigations being carried on the legitimacy of Loga’s coaching license. Loga has since been replaced by talented local coach Norman Mapeza who has until the end of this year to prepare the team for AFCON.
A a severance package Zdravko Logarusic has been given US$90 000.
The agreement breaks down the package money as follows:
- US$35 000 being money from sign-on fees, outstanding bonuses and liquidated damages.
- US$55 000 – which is 10% of the US$550 000 that Zimbabwe is given for qualifying for a third successive Africa Cup of Nations finals.
A severance package is common procedure when an employee is laid off. This agreements avoids any future lawsuits that might arise. Thus, Zimbabwe and Loga have parted ways on good terms, with no hard feelings.
Meanwhile the nation is hopeful as the move to bring in Norman Mapeza is already promising.