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I actually posted this on the other thread so apologies to whoever is reading it again, but perhaps more appropriate here.
I personally think that the Poch era will be remembered as one of the most critical periods in the club's history as we transitioned and moved to a different level - in terms of our world class new stadium that involved considerable investment but at the same time consistently qualifying for the top 4 with relatively limited funds. Yes we did not win a trophy which has I suppose is the objective of any team, which leaves everyone with positive memories and emotional highs. But I would still consider his term as very "successful" indeed. Will always be grateful for what he has done.
Having said that I also fully understand Jose's appointment. A proven manager and one of the most successful winners in club football history. If I was Daniel Levy I would go down a similar path. Provide funds to a manger who has journeyed down a path of success in the past - several times. As opposed to going down a loyalty based - perhaps even somewhat emotional - approach of backing Poch to win trophies and achieve success, even though he has never done it before. If we were playing good football and winning matches then it would have been even tougher but the fact that we had tapered off as a team for nearly an year perhaps almost forced his hand.
So I guess I would say - Thank you very much Mauricio Pochettino. We will always be grateful for what you have done and achieved for us - and you will always be remembered and welcomed. But it was probably the right time to conclude the project and for the baton to be passed on to the likes of Jose Mourinho.
I personally think that the Poch era will be remembered as one of the most critical periods in the club's history as we transitioned and moved to a different level - in terms of our world class new stadium that involved considerable investment but at the same time consistently qualifying for the top 4 with relatively limited funds. Yes we did not win a trophy which has I suppose is the objective of any team, which leaves everyone with positive memories and emotional highs. But I would still consider his term as very "successful" indeed. Will always be grateful for what he has done.
Having said that I also fully understand Jose's appointment. A proven manager and one of the most successful winners in club football history. If I was Daniel Levy I would go down a similar path. Provide funds to a manger who has journeyed down a path of success in the past - several times. As opposed to going down a loyalty based - perhaps even somewhat emotional - approach of backing Poch to win trophies and achieve success, even though he has never done it before. If we were playing good football and winning matches then it would have been even tougher but the fact that we had tapered off as a team for nearly an year perhaps almost forced his hand.
So I guess I would say - Thank you very much Mauricio Pochettino. We will always be grateful for what you have done and achieved for us - and you will always be remembered and welcomed. But it was probably the right time to conclude the project and for the baton to be passed on to the likes of Jose Mourinho.
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