Pochettino Dismisses Tottenham Return Amid Rumors

Mauricio Pochettino has dismissed speculation about returning to Tottenham Hotspur, stating the rumors are 'not realistic' due to his commitment as head coach of the United States men's national team since late 2024. Despite being linked to the role following Ange Postecoglou's departure after a Europa League win and a 17th-place Premier League finish, Pochettino emphasized his focus on preparing the USMNT for the 2026 World Cup. His comments came after a 2-1 friendly loss to Turkey, reflecting recent challenges for the US squad. Pochettino acknowledged his special history with Tottenham but reiterated the unlikelihood of an immediate return. Other candidates reportedly in contention for the Tottenham job include Thomas Frank, Marco Silva, and Andoni Iraola. He urged fans to disregard the rumors, assuring any future developments would be communicated clearly.