Mauricio Pochettino admitted he feels really sad watching his former club, Tottenham Hotspur, fight for survival in the Premier League. The former Spurs manager, who guided the club to a second‑place finish in 2016‑17 and a Champions League final in 2019, sees the current 18th‑place stance as a stark contrast to past glories.

Spurs now sit two points from safety with four games remaining. Pochettino’s comments highlight the emotional toll on fans and staff as the club struggles to translate historic ambition into present results. His remarks echo the club’s long‑standing challenge of balancing ambition with financial constraints.

The former manager also reflected on his own career path, noting that after leaving Tottenham for Paris Saint‑Germain, he returned to the Premier League with Chelsea and was dismissed after a sixth‑place finish. His experience underscores the turbulent nature of English clubs’ coaching appointments.

Pochettino, preparing to lead the United States at the upcoming World Cup, expressed a desire to return to English football. He believes his coaching philosophy aligns well with the Premier League’s demands, suggesting a future fit if a suitable project arises.

"I really like England," he said, pointing to a potential return that could reshape his coaching trajectory.