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Mauricio Pochettino has admitted that he would like to return to Tottenham in the future.
The current head coach of the US men’s national team remains one of the most beloved figures in recent Spurs history after a transformative five-year stint 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 Argentinian spent more than five years in charge of the Lilywhites, leading them to a Champions League final and constantly challenging the top of the Premier League table, and clearly feels his story with the club has a chapter left.
Speaking in an interview with FourFourTwo about his relationship with the club and its fans, Pochettino was candid about how he views his time in north London.
“Tottenham feels at home. Of course I would return if the conditions were right. It’s a club that will always be in my heart,” he admitted, sparking fresh speculation over whether a second act could be on the cards for the 54-year-old.
Reflecting on the trip to Tottenham
Pochettino’s tenure at Spurs was defined by the development of young talents such as Harry Kane and Dele Alli, as well as the transition to the club’s new state-of-the-art stadium. Although he did not manage to win any trophies during his stay there, the brand of football and
Before Pochettino’s arrival, Tottenham had only secured Champions League qualification once in the Premier League era, but under his leadership the club became a mainstay among Europe’s elite with four consecutive qualifications.
This transformative era reached its peak during the 2016-17 season, when Spurs challenged for the title and achieved a record second place finish with 86 points. They also embarked on a thrilling run to the 2019 Champions League final, eventually losing to Liverpool.
The right conditions for a reunion
Pochettino’s coaching profile has matured significantly since 2019, having added titles 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 a second-place finish in the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
These various experiences, including his challenging spell at Chelsea, have shaped a more experienced manager who would only return to Spurs if the project aligns with his evolved ambitions.
TOPSHOT – American Real Sociedad coach Pellegrino Matarazzo (C) and Real Sociedad players celebrate with the Copa del Rey trophy at the San Sebastian 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 daunting task of preparing the United States for a World Cup at home, a project to which he is fully committed as he leads a “golden generation” of American talent.
“Now it’s about enjoying the World Cup,” Pochettino added. “After that, I have always said that I was very close to winning the Premier League and the Champions League and that I want to try again. I would like to be part of a project with the ambition of winning both.”
If Pochettino decides to leave after the World Cup, a possible 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.
Spurs, meanwhile, are in the midst of a terrible season, currently languishing in 18th place and fighting a desperate battle to avoid relegation with just five games remaining.
In a last-ditch attempt to ensure their survival in the Premier League, the club have recently signed Roberto De Zerbi, who has committed to a five-year contract with no buyout clause should Spurs suffer relegation.
