A pundit has claimed that Mauricio Pochettino has already been offered the chance to become the next Tottenham Hotspur manager and is in line to permanently replace Thomas Frank. At the same time, a bold relegation prediction has been made that could calm fears among supporters.<\/p>\n
The north London club parted ways with Frank on Wednesday morning after a poor run of results that brought just one win in 11 Premier League matches, leaving the team only five points above the drop zone. A home defeat to Newcastle United, combined with Leeds United earning a point at Chelsea, saw Tottenham fall to 16th in the table. That slide ultimately convinced club owners ENIC Group to end the Dane\u2019s 38-game spell in charge.<\/p>\n
With Frank gone, Spurs must now address two pressing issues: appointing someone capable of steering the club safely through the remainder of the season to avoid a first relegation since 1977, and selecting the right long-term figure to restore the team to competing at the top end of the table.<\/p>\n
Reports prior to Frank\u2019s dismissal indicated that Pochettino would be open to returning to the club, citing unfinished business and his enduring popularity among fans. Speculation has intensified further after former Premier League midfielder Jason McAteer revealed that sources close to the club have told him Pochettino has already been offered the role and can take it if he wishes.<\/p>\n
Speaking on beIN Sports, McAteer suggested that the Argentine is the leading candidate, stating that \u201che\u2019s got it\u201d if he wants the job, before questioning who could step in immediately to stabilise results. His co-presenter Richard Keys dismissed fears of relegation, insisting Tottenham will not go down and arguing that the battle to avoid 18th place will likely involve West Ham United or Nottingham Forest instead.<\/p>\n
One complication with a Pochettino return is timing, as Spurs may need to wait until mid-July, potentially disrupting transfer planning and preparations for next season.<\/p>\n
That uncertainty keeps other candidates firmly in the frame. Roberto De Zerbi remains a serious option, having previously expressed a desire to return to the Premier League. After leaving Olympique de Marseille, he is viewed as a viable contender for the vacancy.<\/p>\n
If Tottenham decide to pursue Pochettino but must wait, an interim appointment will be required to guide the club through the rest of the campaign. Among the surprise names linked is club legend Robbie Keane, although reports suggest there are concerns surrounding that possibility.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, managerial uncertainty could also impact transfer plans. A previously agreed summer move may now be reconsidered, leaving the player involved facing renewed scrutiny. In addition, Spurs target Christian Pulisic is reportedly increasingly open to a move back to England, with Premier League interest in the American continuing to grow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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