Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy is reportedly making moves to bring Mauricio Pochettino back to North London amidst the coach’s recent controversies with the USMNT. Pochettino, currently in charge of the US national team, has faced criticism for losing to Panama and Canada in the Concacaf Nations League.
Levy is considering activating a clause to release Pochettino from his contract with the US national team, which is valued at over $20 million. Fans are pushing for Pochettino’s return to Tottenham, with even former coach Harry Redknapp backing him. However, the club is also exploring other options like Thomas Frank or Marco Silva.
Pochettino has a contract with the US until 2026 but has expressed interest in returning to European clubs in the future. Despite not winning silverware during his time at Spurs, he built a competitive project and has a strong connection with the fans.
Tottenham recently sacked Ange Postecoglou after winning the Europa League due to tactical concerns and disagreements with Levy. The chairman is now looking for reinforcements with Premier League experience, with Pochettino’s name being strongly considered.
Levy’s next steps involve Postecoglou leaving definitively, assessing the cost of releasing Pochettino from the USMNT, and negotiating a potential return. The outcome will depend on Pochettino’s commitment to his current project and the willingness of both parties to make a deal. Tottenham would need to pay a significant amount to release Pochettino and negotiate his salary, but the club is prepared to do so for the right coach-player combination.
