It's my intention to return to manage in Europe: Pochettino
What's the story
Mauricio Pochettino has said he intends to return to management in Europe.
The Argentine was sacked by Tottenham Hotspur last month after more than five years in charge.
He was replaced by Jose Mourinho, who has led Spurs to three successive wins across competitions.
Pochettino said there are many attractive projects for him to take on.
Here are the details.
Pochettino
A look at Pochettino at Spurs and other developments
Pochettino managed 293 games across all competitions.
He won 159 matches, drew 62 and lost 72 at win percentage of 54.3.
However, one thing missing in his tenure was a trophy.
The celebrated manager is rumored to have attracted interest from German champions Bayern Munich and Premier League side Arsenal.
It's predicted that it won't be long before Poch gets a new job.
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'There are a lot of clubs and attractive projects'
"There are a lot of clubs and attractive projects for me to take on," Pochettino told Fox Sports Argentina. "It is my intention to return to manage in Europe. But now I need to be calm for a few days and see what happens."
Achievements
Pochettino's achievements speak for himself
Pochettino had led Spurs to four successive top-four Premier League finishes. He also helped the side to reach the finale of the 2018-19 Champions League.
His achievements speak for himself.
Recently, he said "I gave the best of me to accomplish the objectives I was asked for in our first meeting."
He also thanked the staff, players and fans.
Reports
Manchester United and Arsenal monitoring Pochettino
According to reports, Arsenal, who sacked manager Unai Emery recently, could be tempted to hold talks with Pochettino.
The Gunners could land a settled option in Poch, who will stabilize things.
Manchester United's woeful run under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer this season has drawn rumors of Poch.
The next set of games could be highly important as far Solskjaer's future is concerned.
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Pochettino aims to get his self-motivation back
At the moment, Pochettino is aiming to get his self-motivation back.
"For the time being the most important thing is for me to clear my head after five-and-a-half incredible seasons with Tottenham," said Pochettino.
"My aim is to seek the ability to rebuild myself and get my self-motivation back. I haven't had a lot of time to digest what has happened."
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'I am open to listen to projects put before me'
"But I expect to return to Europe to make decisions on my future. At my age I don't need a lot of time to recover. I am open to listen to projects put before me," the Argentine concluded.