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Mauricio Pochettino has admitted he would like to return to Tottenham in the future.
The current head coach of the United States men’s national team remains one of the most beloved figures in Spurs’ recent history following a transformative five-year spell at the club between 2014 and 2019.
An emotional connection to North London
Despite his recent managerial roles at Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, Pochettino has never hidden his deep affection for Tottenham.
The Argentine has spent more than five years in charge of the Lilywhites, leading them to a Champions League final and consistently topping the Premier League table, and he clearly feels his history with the club has an unfinished chapter.
Speaking in an interview with FourFourTwo about his relationship with the club and its supporters, Pochettino was candid about how he views his time in north London.
“Tottenham feels like home. Of course I would go back if the conditions were right. It’s a club that will always be in my heart,” he admitted, sparking further speculation about the possibility of a second act for the 54-year-old manager.
Reflecting on Tottenham’s journey
Pochettino’s tenure at Spurs has been defined by the development of young talents like Harry Kane and Dele Alli, as well as the transition to the club’s new state-of-the-art stadium. Although he failed to win a trophy during his time there, the brand of football and
Before Pochettino’s arrival, Tottenham had only achieved one Champions League qualification in the Premier League, but under his leadership the club became a mainstay in Europe’s elite with four consecutive qualifications.
This era of transformation reached its peak during the 2016-17 season, when Spurs fought for the title and achieved a record second place with 86 points. They also embarked on a thrilling run to the 2019 Champions League final, ultimately losing to Liverpool.
The right conditions for a reunion
Pochettino’s coaching profile has matured considerably since 2019, having added silverware to his resume with Ligue 1, Coupe de France and Trophée des Champions titles at Paris Saint-Germain, as well as leading the United States to second place in the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
These various experiences, including his difficult tenure at Chelsea, shaped a more experienced manager who would only return to Spurs if the project matched his evolved ambitions.
TOPSHOT – Real Sociedad’s American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo (center) and Real Sociedad players celebrate with the Copa del Rey (King’s Cup) trophy at San Sebastián Town Hall on April 20, 2026. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA / AFP via Getty Images)
What comes next?
For now, Pochettino’s immediate priority is the massive task of preparing the United States for a home World Cup, a project he is fully committed to as he leads a “golden generation” of American talent.
“At the moment it’s about enjoying the World Cup,” Pochettino added. “After that I always said I was so close to winning the Premier League and the Champions League and I wanted to try again. I would love to be part of a project with the ambition to win both.”
If Pochettino decides to leave after the World Cup, a potential replacement could be Real Sociedad’s Pellegrino Matarazzo.
Matarazzo recently became the first American-born manager to win a major trophy in one of Europe’s top five leagues after winning the Copa del Rey with Sociedad four months after his appointment.
Meanwhile, Spurs find themselves in the midst of a disastrous season, currently languishing in 18th place and fighting a desperate battle to avoid relegation with just five matches remaining.
In a last-ditch attempt to ensure their survival in the Premier League, the club recently appointed Roberto De Zerbi, who has agreed to a five-year contract with no termination clause in the event Spurs are relegated.
