Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino, who currently manages the USA national team, is unlikely to make a return to the London club any time soon, especially following revelations about his hefty compensation package.
The Argentine tactician expressed a desire to “one day return” to Spurs after departing in 2019, having enjoyed a five-year tenure at the helm of the Premier League outfit.
Even after his exit, Pochettino retains hero status among many fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, thanks to his near successes in claiming both the league title and the Champions League.
Currently overseeing the United States national team, Pochettino faces increasing scrutiny as the home World Cup in 2026 approaches in just 15 months. Unfortunately, his team has recently suffered consecutive defeats in the CONCACAF Nations League, losing to both Panama and Canada.
This pressure has sparked speculation about a return to his former club, yet such a move appears highly improbable given the substantial compensation required.
As reported by BBC Sport, it seems Pochettino is unlikely to vacate his current position before the 2026 World Cup, with his compensation package considered to be “one of the largest financial compensation fees in football history.”
To put this into context, Julian Nagelsmann’s departure from RB Leipzig to Bayern Munich and Graham Potter’s move to Chelsea from Brighton have been reported as the most costly managerial buyouts, both exceeding £21 million.
Pochettino signed a two-year contract in September, with various reports suggesting his annual earnings are around £4.6 million.
If Tottenham were to dismiss their current manager Ange Postecoglou, Pochettino would undoubtedly be a prime candidate for the role ahead of the new season. However, such a transition would involve a significant financial outlay that might not sit well with the fans.
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