This archive report was first published on 23 May 2020.
On May 23, 2020, Mauricio Pochettino made an unexpected statement about his departure from Tottenham Hotspur.
After being replaced by Jose Mourinho in November, Pochettino revealed that he was 'happy' with the decision, citing the club's excellent facilities and the gratitude he felt towards Mourinho for the way he had built the team.
Recalling their past rivalry in Spain's La Liga, Pochettino praised Mourinho as a 'top coach' and expressed his admiration for the way life had worked out, with Mourinho taking his place at Tottenham.
With his six-month gardening leave now over, Pochettino is free to take on new challenges without worrying about compensation, and he seems to be embracing the change with a positive attitude.
