“World-class” coach wants to manage Tottenham, he’s a “serial winner”

Mauricio Pochettino, the highly regarded Argentine manager, has expressed his desire to return to Tottenham Hotspur one day, despite being dismissed by the club nearly six years ago.

Pochettino, who currently serves as the head coach of the United States men’s national team, revealed that he still maintains a strong relationship with Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy and holds a special place in his heart for the North London club. Speaking to Sky Sports, Pochettino opened up about his time at Spurs, his departure, and his hopes for a potential reunion in the future.

Pochettino’s tenure at Tottenham, which spanned from 2014 to 2019, is widely regarded as one of the most successful periods in the club’s modern history. Under his guidance, Spurs achieved a second-place finish in the 2016/17 Premier League season, their highest top-flight position in over five decades.

He also led the team to the 2015 EFL Cup final and the unforgettable 2019 Champions League final, where they narrowly lost to Liverpool. These achievements cemented Pochettino’s reputation as a world-class manager and a serial winner, earning him immense respect from fans and players alike.

Despite his abrupt dismissal in 2019, Pochettino has consistently spoken fondly of his time at Tottenham. Reflecting on his departure, he emphasized that his relationship with Levy remains positive, both professionally and personally.

“When I left the club, I always remember saying in an interview that I would like one day to come back to Tottenham,” Pochettino said. “I am in the USA now, so I’m not going to talk about that at this moment, but what I said then still resonates in my heart. Yes, I would like one day to come back.” He added, “After nearly six years together, with all the ups and downs and emotional moments we shared, we parted ways on good terms. Our relationship with Daniel Levy has always been very, very good.”

Since leaving Tottenham, Pochettino has managed Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, further solidifying his credentials as one of the top managers in world football.

However, his current focus is on leading the United States national team to success in the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted on home soil. Despite his commitment to this new challenge, Pochettino’s comments suggest that a return to Tottenham remains a long-term ambition.

Meanwhile, Tottenham’s fortunes have taken a downturn since Pochettino’s departure. The club is currently languishing in 14th place in the Premier League, on track for their worst finish since the 2003/04 season.

Under manager Ange Postecoglou, Spurs have struggled for consistency, winning just 10 of their 29 league games this season. Their recent defeat to Fulham has only intensified scrutiny over Postecoglou’s future, with fans and pundits alike questioning whether he is the right man to lead the team forward.

Tottenham’s only remaining hope for silverware this season lies in the Europa League, where they face Eintracht Frankfurt in the quarter-finals.

However, their domestic struggles have left many supporters nostalgic for the Pochettino era, when the team regularly competed at the highest level and played an attractive, attacking style of football.

Pochettino’s record at Spurs speaks for itself: 293 games in charge, 160 wins, 60 draws, and an impressive points-per-game average of 1.84.

As Pochettino looks ahead to his role with the United States national team, his comments about a potential return to Tottenham have sparked excitement among the club’s fanbase.

While his immediate focus is on the 2026 World Cup, the possibility of him one day returning to North London remains an intriguing prospect. For now, Tottenham must navigate their current challenges, but the idea of Pochettino’s eventual comeback offers a glimmer of hope for a brighter future.

Whether or not that day comes, his legacy at Spurs remains firmly intact, and his connection with the club and its supporters endures.