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US boss admits missing England's top flight after Spurs speculation reignites interest

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Head Coach of USA Mauricio Pochettino has publicly stated that "I miss English football" and the world at its best, following renewed rumors linking him to a potential move back to Tottenham Hotspur or another club within The Football Association (FA). While currently managing his national team duties in Washington DC on December 5th according to one report's timestamp context amidst March news cycles elsewhere regarding FIFA World Cup preparations.

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    US Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino has publicly admitted that he misses working and playing football in England.
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    Pochettino expressed strong interest in returning to the Premier League while currently managing for a World Cup host nation.
Mar 25 "US head coach Mauricio Pochettino longs for return" - Nypost reports that while preparing the U.S. Men's National Team to play in this summer's World Cup on home soil, he admits missing England and has links with a potential return to Tottenham.
Mar 24 "Pochettino eyes Premier League return amid Spurs" - Independent.co.uk notes that Pochettino previously managed Southampton, Chelsea, and Tottenham in the English league before his current role leading USA at this year's World Cup tournament featuring four teams (excerpts mention 'pot' implying multiple pots or nations).
Mar 24 "Pochettino: I miss world of football" - Cartilagefreecaptain.sbnation.com includes a photo caption dated December 05, noting his attendance at the FIFA World Cup Official Draw in Washington DC.

US boss Mauricio Pochettino admits he misses working for English football and has expressed interest returning there.

— [Mar 24, 18:50] USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino longing to return home (Nypost)

Pochettino is currently preparing the United States national team as one of three host nations for this summer's World Cup tournament featuring many teams.

— [Mar 24, 18:50] USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino longing to return home (Nypost)

Pochettino has extensive experience managing clubs in the Premier League including Southampton and Chelsea before his current role with USA.

— [Mar 24, 17:38] Former Spurs boss admits he misses English football after World Cup draw event
USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino longing for return to Premier League
US boss Mauricio Pochettino admits he misses the Premier League

US manager Mauricio Pochettino admitted that while managing England's national team in 2019 (based on context clues), he misses playing English football due to its competitive nature compared to his previous clubs like Tottenham and Chelsea, who were linked with him during a relegation battle.

Pochettino makes Premier League admission amid Spurs return links

Mauricio Pochettino admitted missing English football culture while currently managing USA at their 2026 World Cup campaign with a contract expiring afterward. Reports suggest Tottenham Hotspur is considering him as an alternative to Igor Tudor, potentially due to his long history in the Premier League and expressed desire for its competitive environment.

Pochettino: “I miss the world of football in England”

Mauricio Pochettino expressed his love for England's football culture during an interview with L'Equipe, stating a desire to return and measure himself against others. While reports suggest Tottenham Hotspur may face managerial changes before their Premier League fate is known at the end of this season, no official confirmation has been made regarding potential replacements like Igor Tudor or Pochettino yet.

Mauricio Pochettino makes admission over Premier League return after Tottenham talks emerge