Mauricio Pochettino to Newcastle: Former Tottenham manager has received a 'good offer', reveals Ossie Ardiles
Mauricio Pochettino has received a "good offer" from Newcastle to take over as manager, Tottenham legend Ossie Ardilles has revealed.
Pochettino was sacked by Tottenham in November and with his gardening leaving coming to an end last week, clubs are now free to appoint him without needing to pay his former club any compensation.
The 48-year-old has been open about his desire to remain in England, with Newcastle - who are attempting to force through a £300million takeover deal - heavily linked with the coach who led Spurs to last season's Champions League final.
Fellow Argentine Ardilles insists Pochettino will not rush into any move, but believes a move to Newcastle is a genuine possibility.
“Mauricio is fine in England," Ardilles told The Mirror. "He is linked with Newcastle United and when he spoke directly to that club there were many first-rate people involved who made him a good offer.
“Mauricio had a relationship with Tottenham, but last Tuesday his situation was unlocked and he is free to coach.
“In this way, he will hear offers again, but Newcastle is a firm possibility to work again.He will take his time to think and wait a little for all this to happen.”
He added: “Mauricio is an absolutely top-level technician. He is one of the three best technicians in the world. He can manage wherever he wants. Here, or in Spain, in France or Italy.
“But he really likes managing in England. There are a few very large teams that can appoint him - and one of them is going to be chosen.”
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