BREAKING NEWS: ‘best manager on earth’ eyeing tottenham throne — says he’ll rewrite history and leave pochettino in the shadows
‘best manager on earth’ eyeing tottenham throne — says he’ll rewrite history and leave pochettino in the shadows
There is currently no realistic possibility of Tottenham securing a reunion with Mauricio Pochettino in the immediate future, as the Argentine tactician is fully committed to guiding the United States men’s national soccer team into their home World Cup campaign this summer. With such a major international tournament on the horizon, his focus remains firmly on national-team duties, effectively ruling out any short-term return to club management—no matter how strong the interest from Tottenham Hotspur may be.
Supporters in North London have certainly not forgotten their former boss. During the club’s midweek defeat to Newcastle United, sections of the crowd audibly chanted Pochettino’s name, a clear indication that his legacy still resonates strongly among the fanbase. The emotional bond between coach and supporters remains powerful years after his departure, underlining why speculation about a comeback continues to surface whenever the managerial seat becomes unstable.
At the same time, Spurs are carefully assessing alternative options, and one of the most intriguing candidates is Roberto De Zerbi, who parted ways with Olympique de Marseille earlier this week. Sources indicate that De Zerbi would be open to discussions about Tottenham’s long-term project and vision. However, the Italian is also mindful that positions at elite clubs such as Manchester United, Manchester City, or Liverpool could become available in the coming months, which naturally makes any decision more complex.
Interestingly, other reports claim De Zerbi views Spurs as a “logical next step” in his managerial evolution and could even be willing to turn down interest from United if the right proposal arrives from North London. Such a stance suggests he sees Tottenham not merely as a job, but as a platform where his tactical philosophy and progressive style could flourish in the Premier League spotlight.
While the idea of Pochettino returning carries a strong sense of nostalgia and romance, decision-makers at the club may ultimately need to prioritise rational planning over sentiment. His more recent spell in English football with Chelsea did not produce the transformative impact many expected, and there were, after all, concrete reasons why Spurs chose to part company with him more than six years ago.
De Zerbi, by contrast, appears to be entering a different phase of his managerial journey. Despite his recent exit from Marseille, he guided them to an impressive second-place finish last season and earned widespread admiration within coaching circles. Praise from peers has been emphatic: Pep Guardiola described him as “one of the most influential managers of the last 20 years,” while Matias Almeyda, currently in charge of Sevilla, went even further by calling him “the best manager in the world” this season.
Should Tottenham manage to strike an agreement with De Zerbi, many observers believe appointing him would be the obvious, pragmatic choice. It would represent a forward-looking decision rooted in current performance levels and tactical innovation rather than emotional attachment to past success—an approach that could define the club’s next era.