Mauricio Pochettino has admitted he is “really sad” to see Tottenham battling relegation, describing the current situation as difficult to accept given his connection to the club.
Pochettino, who managed Spurs between 2014 and 2019 and led them to the Champions League final, said he has been following events closely as the North London side fight to preserve their Premier League status.
“I really love Tottenham,” he said on The Overlap’s Stick to Football podcast.
“It’s going to be a part of my life, an important part of my life as a coach, my personal life too.
“It’s really sad because I know how the people are suffering there, inside the club and also the fans. It’s difficult to accept.”
Tottenham in depths of relegation scrap
Tottenham currently sit 18th in the table, two points from safety with four games remaining, leaving little margin for error in the closing weeks of the campaign.
A recent win over Wolves ended a long wait for a league victory, but injuries have added to the challenge. Midfielder Xavi Simons is expected to miss the rest of the season with a knee problem, while striker Dominic Solanke was also forced off in the same match.
Spurs now face a crucial run-in, including a trip to Aston Villa, as they attempt to climb out of the relegation zone.
Pochettino open to Premier League return
Now preparing to lead the United States at this summer’s World Cup, Pochettino has frequently been linked with a return to English football.
The former Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea manager suggested a move back to the Premier League could appeal in the future.
“One day, yes, because I really like England,” he said.
“I think my profile – my human profile and my coaching profile – match very well with the Premier League.”
