Pochettino Reacts to Unexpected Exit of Spurs Chief Levy

September 6 – Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino expressed his surprise at the news of the club’s long-serving executive chairman, Daniel Levy, stepping down after nearly 25 years.

Levy, known for his hardline negotiations, often frustrated fans who held him accountable for the club’s inability to secure top-tier playing talent.

However, the 62-year-old was instrumental in Spurs’ transformation, overseeing the construction of a new stadium and a state-of-the-art training facility.

Under his leadership, Tottenham secured their first major trophy since 2008 by defeating Manchester United to clinch last season’s Europa League, earning a spot in the Champions League for the seventh occasion during his tenure.

Levy took on the chairman role in February 2001 after ENIC acquired a majority stake in the club.

“I’m somewhat in shock, as he was my former president. I’m not sure what transpired,” said Mauricio Pochettino, now manager of the United States team, speaking before Saturday’s friendly against South Korea in New Jersey.

“I’ve sent him a text, and reached out to others close to him, but haven’t received a response yet. I wish him all the best in his life and family. This news was shocking to me, just as it was for many who know him well.”

Pochettino managed Spurs from 2014 to 2019, transforming them into regular top-four contenders in the Premier League and reaching the Champions League final, where they finished as runners-up to Liverpool.

He was dismissed five months later but has mentioned his good relations with Levy.

“We can’t forget our relationship now. That period was significant for both our careers and the club,” Pochettino added.

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