Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou wishes Mauricio Pochettino luck in pursuit of Spurs return
Already a man under pressure, Ange Postecoglou says he does not feel ‘disrespected’ by former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino’s stated desire to manage the club again one day.
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Ange Postecoglou says he does not feel “disrespected” by former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino’s stated desire to manage the club again one day.
Pochettino, currently in charge of the United States’ national men’s team, enjoyed a successful five-year spell as Spurs boss, taking them to the 2019 Champions League final, which they lost to Liverpool.
Recently the Argentine, who has also managed Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, expressed his desire to one day return to the north London club.
Postecoglou, the present Spurs’ manager, was asked about Pochettino’s comments on Wednesday, on the eve of Tottenham’s Premier League match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
“I mean Mauricio, if he wants to come back one day, I hope it happens for him. We all have dreams and aspirations,” said the Australian. “If that’s what he wants, then... you’re suggesting he is trying to put pressure on me?
“Well, I don’t feel disrespected. I think if you ask Mauricio that question directly, you would get a pretty clear answer as to what his intent was.
“Again, nothing for me to be consumed with. I’m more focused on making sure we try to win tomorrow night.”
A 2-0 loss at Fulham on March 16 was Tottenham’s 15th defeat of the Premier League campaign and led to more speculation about Postecoglou’s future during the recent international break.
“I know what my responsibilities are and I am sure if the club decide to go in a different direction, there are some outstanding candidates for it,” said the 59-year-old.
“And you know what, maybe someone will think, ‘Ange Postecoglou is not a bad coach, maybe we’ll take a punt on him’.
“Mate, it doesn’t rock my world. It doesn’t consume me. I am here, I am passionate about what we’re doing. I was brought in to change the way the club plays, rejuvenate the squad and bring success. I am focused on that and that is what I’ll keep doing.”
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