Title-winning manager would love to join Tottenham, Levy is fully aware
A major twist could be on the horizon for Tottenham Hotspur, with one former title-winning manager reportedly enamoured by the idea of returning to north London. Mauricio Pochettino, a figure still adored by a large section of the Spurs fanbase, is believed to be eyeing a comeback to the club — a scenario that chairman Daniel Levy is fully aware of, especially as Ange Postecoglou’s position grows increasingly fragile.
Postecoglou’s Position Under Threat
Despite Spurs’ involvement in European competition, reports indicate that Postecoglou’s job is far from secure. According to journalist Matt Law, Levy could decide to move on from the Australian manager at the end of the season — regardless of how Tottenham perform in the Europa League. While the campaign began with promise, recent form has cast a long shadow over Postecoglou’s future.
Tottenham are on the brink of equaling their record number of defeats in a single Premier League season. With a daunting trip to Anfield on the horizon, the odds are stacked against Postecoglou avoiding that unwanted statistic. To make matters worse, Liverpool have the chance to clinch the league title by defeating Spurs this weekend, a scenario that would only compound Tottenham’s current woes.
The Lilywhites have lost four of their last five league matches, and confidence appears to be at an all-time low. For Postecoglou, the only remaining glimmer of hope lies in Europe, where lifting the Europa League trophy could end the club’s 17-year wait for major silverware — their last triumph coming in the 2008 League Cup under Juande Ramos. However, even that achievement may not be enough to guarantee Postecoglou remains in charge next season.
Managerial Targets Begin to Emerge
With pressure mounting, Tottenham’s hierarchy is reportedly preparing for the possibility of a managerial change. Several names have emerged as potential candidates to succeed Postecoglou should Levy decide to make a bold move this summer.
Among those linked are Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, Fulham boss Marco Silva, Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner, and Brentford’s Thomas Frank. Inter Milan’s Simone Inzaghi is also said to be admired within the club, according to reports from Fabrizio Romano, while The Daily Mail has claimed that Burnley’s Scott Parker — despite his side’s struggles — has some admirers within the Spurs boardroom.
Yet, the most eye-catching and emotionally resonant option would undoubtedly be the return of Mauricio Pochettino.
Pochettino’s Affection for Spurs Remains
Currently managing the United States national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which the US will co-host, Pochettino is reportedly struggling to fully adapt to the international football landscape. According to journalist Graeme Bailey, the Argentine hasn’t quite settled into his first national team role — and the pull of club football, particularly Tottenham, remains strong.
Sources suggest that if Pochettino were to part ways with the US national team, he would be “in love” with the idea of returning to Spurs, a club where he enjoyed some of the most successful moments of his managerial career. Levy is believed to be very much aware of Pochettino’s desire, and the pair reportedly maintain a close relationship and open lines of communication.
Pochettino led Spurs from 2014 to 2019, guiding them to consistent top-four finishes and a remarkable run to the Champions League final in 2019. Since his departure, Tottenham have struggled to find a manager who can deliver both stability and attacking flair in equal measure — two hallmarks of Pochettino’s reign.
A Trophy-Winning Trio in Consideration
Should Levy decide to sack Postecoglou, he would have a trio of proven, trophy-winning managers under consideration. Alongside Pochettino, Oliver Glasner and Simone Inzaghi are the other candidates being seriously considered. Pochettino, who won Ligue 1 during his time at Paris Saint-Germain and also managed Chelsea and Southampton, would offer a familiar face and a deep understanding of Tottenham’s culture, fanbase, and expectations.
With both Postecoglou and Pochettino facing their own respective pressures — one in N17, the other across the Atlantic — the timing could align for a sensational reunion. Spurs fans yearning for a return to the ambitious, high-energy football of the Pochettino era may soon get their wish, should Levy decide to press the reset button once again.