Pochettino in contention for Tottenham return with Levy giving message to Postecoglou recently
The corridors of power at Tottenham Hotspur are buzzing with anticipation as the club seriously considers a sensational return for Mauricio Pochettino, the charismatic Argentine who once transformed Spurs into Champions League finalists.
Our sources reveal that current manager Ange Postecoglou’s tenure hangs by the thinnest of threads, with even Europa League glory unlikely to save his job after a disastrous Premier League campaign that has left the club flirting with their worst-ever top-flight finish.
Monday night’s 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest marked Tottenham’s eighteenth league loss this season – a shocking statistic that sees them just two defeats behind relegation-threatened Ipswich Town.
This precipitous decline from early season title talk to mid-table mediocrity has forced chairman Daniel Levy’s hand, with discreet conversations already underway to identify Postecoglou’s successor.
While the Australian hasn’t received official notice of his impending dismissal, the message has been delivered in no uncertain terms that Tottenham are actively exploring alternatives.
Tottenham’s recruitment team has cast their net wide, compiling an extensive shortlist featuring some of the most promising managerial talents in the game.
Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola tops many internal lists after revolutionizing the Cherries’ playing style and guiding them to unexpected heights. Similarly, Marco Silva’s consistent overachievement with limited resources at Fulham has impressed the Spurs hierarchy.
Both managers have intriguingly delayed signing contract extensions with their current clubs, though neither Bournemouth nor Fulham have given up hope of retaining their prized assets.
The search extends beyond London’s boundaries, with Brentford’s Thomas Frank, Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner, and even Ipswich’s rising star Kieran McKenna all receiving varying degrees of consideration.
Further afield, Scott Parker’s Championship-winning campaign with Burnley and Liam Rosenior’s progressive work at Strasbourg have registered on Tottenham’s radar. Roberto De Zerbi’s availability after leaving Brighton adds another intriguing option to an already crowded field.
Pochettino: The Prodigal Son Returns?
Yet amidst this sea of potential candidates, one name stands out as both the sentimental and strategic favorite – Mauricio Pochettino. The 53-year-old’s enduring bond with Levy has survived both his 2019 dismissal and subsequent stint at Chelsea, with the pair maintaining regular contact throughout the years.
Our sources indicate Pochettino has struggled to adapt to international management with the USMNT, where recent poor results and public criticism from former coach Bruce Arena have made his position increasingly uncomfortable.
The timing appears fortuitous for both parties. Tottenham’s current squad – brimming with young talent like Micky van de Ven, Pape Matar Sarr, and Destiny Udogie – mirrors the exciting project Pochettino inherited in 2014.
Levy reportedly believes the Argentine’s renowned man-management skills and developmental expertise make him uniquely qualified to nurture this generation, just as he once did with Harry Kane, Dele Alli, and Christian Eriksen.
The coming weeks present a fascinating dilemma for Levy and the Tottenham board. While Postecoglou could theoretically salvage some pride with Europa League success, the damage to his domestic credibility appears irreparable.
The Australian’s high-risk tactical approach has left Spurs dangerously exposed against Premier League opposition, with defensive frailties and midfield imbalances plaguing their campaign.
Pochettino’s potential return offers more than just nostalgia – it represents a chance to restore the cultural identity and playing philosophy that brought Tottenham their most sustained period of success in the Premier League era.
His intimate knowledge of the club’s infrastructure and existing relationships with key staff would allow for a smoother transition than any external appointment.
However, significant questions remain. Can Pochettino recapture the magic of his first spell after mixed experiences at PSG and Chelsea? Would supporters embrace a former Chelsea manager, despite his Tottenham legacy? And crucially, would Levy provide the transfer market support that ultimately undermined Pochettino’s previous tenure?
As Tottenham prepare for their Europa League semi-final against Bodo/Glimt, the specter of change looms large over Hotspur Way. While Postecoglou remains nominally in charge, the wheels of succession are already in motion.
Whether it’s Pochettino’s emotional homecoming or a bold new direction with one of Europe’s rising managerial stars, Tottenham stand at a crossroads that could define their next decade. One thing appears certain – the Postecoglou experiment is nearing its conclusion, and the next chapter in Tottenham’s turbulent modern history is about to begin.