Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Pochettino Downplays Tottenham Return Rumors, Cites USA Commitment
Mauricio Pochettino, the current USA coach, was asked about rumors of him returning to manage Tottenham Hotspur.
He said that it's not realistic, because he's committed to coaching the USA at the 2026 World Cup.
He previously managed Tottenham from 2014 to 2019 and has expressed affection for the club.
The timing isn't right for a return now, and he dismissed the likelihood of the move.
Mauricio Pochettino, the current USA coach, dismissed rumors about returning to Tottenham.
Pochettino is under contract to coach the USA at the 2026 World Cup.
Pochettino managed Tottenham Hotspur from 2014 to 2019.
Tottenham Hotspur recently sacked Ange Postecoglou.
Pochettino stated that a return to Tottenham is 'not realistic' at this time.
- Who
- Mauricio Pochettino and Tottenham Hotspur.
- What
- Mauricio Pochettino commented on rumors of him returning to manage Tottenham Hotspur.
- When
- June 8, 2025.
- Where
- Hartford, Connecticut (USA) and London, United Kingdom.
- Why
- Pochettino addressed rumors about potentially returning to manage Tottenham Hotspur.
- Current Role
- USA National Team Coach
- Former Club
- Tottenham Hotspur
- Contract Goal
- 2026 World Cup
- Managed Spurs
- 2014-2019
- Recent News
- Tottenham Hotspur sacked Ange Postecoglou
