Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy is preparing a surprise move to convince Mauricio Pochettino to return to North London. All this is happening in a tense context: the former Argentine coach is under scrutiny for recent controversies on the USMNT bench.
USMNT criticized
- Losing dominance in the Nations League:
Under his leadership, the US fell to Panama and Canada in the Concacaf Nations League, which has weakened support for the coach and raised questions about his leadership.
Former figure and coach Bruce Arena criticized his appointment, arguing that “it should be an American” in charge and accusing him of being unaware of the local soccer culture.
According to reports, Levy is considering activating a clause to release Pochettino from his contract with the US national team, which is worth at least $20m, and offering him a solid project at Tottenham.
While the fans are pushing for Levy to bring back the “Tottenham style” coach, Harry Redknapp himself backed him, the club is not ruling out other options such as Thomas Frank or Marco Silva
Pochettino’s contract and commitments at stake
- Pochettino has a contract with the US until 2026 and said he will not consider returning to European clubs before the 2026 World Cup.
- Although his time with Spurs ended without silverware, he consolidated a competitive project and left a special connection with the fans who are now asking for his return.
Is it strategy and the end of an era for Postecoglou?
Tottenham sacked Ange Postecoglou just after winning the Europa League over tactical concerns and disagreements with Levy’s football management.
Levy was already aiming for significant reinforcements and a technical profile with Premier League experience to ensure sporting stability, seeking reinforcement with directors with a high level of experience… but the name of Pochettino resonates strongly.
What are the next steps in Daniel Levy’s mind?
- Postecoglou must first leave definitively after the Europa League final.
- Assessment of the disbursement to release him from the USMNT.
- Final negotiation: Pochettino has already declared himself interested in returning “some day”, although not immediately
While the USMNT faces criticism and controversy under his leadership, Mauricio Pochettino continues to generate sympathy among fans and remains committed to his project in the US. However, Daniel Levy does not rule out a return to Tottenham and is already preparing a system to lure him back, even activating a million-dollar clause. It will all depend on the outcome in the US and the coach’s willingness.
Pochettino is currently in charge of the US national team, and it should be remembered that he has a release clause estimated at more than $20m.Tottenham would have to pay a similar amount just to release him, as well as negotiating his salary.
The rebuild plan includes attracting high-profile talent to redefine the squad under a shared vision between Levy and Pochettino
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