This archive report was first published on 23 May 2020.
Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino has expressed his willingness to return to the Premier League, but only if the right project comes along.
Speaking to Sky Sports, the Argentine coach revealed that he is open to coaching again in England's top flight, but his decision will be based on the kind of project put to him by any potential employer, whether in the top six or not.
Pochettino, who was sacked by Spurs in November after a successful but ultimately trophy-less 5-1/2 years in charge, has been linked with a potential return to the Premier League, with reports suggesting he is among the top contenders to replace Steve Bruce at Newcastle United if a proposed Saudi-backed takeover of the club goes through.
"I love England," Pochettino said. "My idea is to keep living in London, but at the same time I'm open to different countries, to listen and see what happens."
He added that he is ready to take on a new challenge, having learned a lot from his experiences at Espanyol, Southampton, and Tottenham, and that he has a lot to offer to a new club.
"I'm ready and we're a much better coaching staff now. We've learnt a lot from our experiences at Espanyol, Southampton and Tottenham. We have a lot to provide to the people that will trust in us in the future," he said.
Pochettino also emphasized the importance of the fans and the club's plans for success, suggesting that he is open to taking over at a club outside England's top six.
"The problem is which clubs are top six? The top six always changes. Tottenham is not in the top six, Arsenal is not in the top six," Pochettino said. "You need to respect all the clubs. All the clubs are working so hard and investing money... I don't think you can underestimate any club."
