This week, Pochettino gave an exclusive interview to Sky Sports. In the third part of the interview (due to its length, we divided it into three parts), he discusses the offers he received and his views on Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, and Arsenal.

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Many big clubs are looking for a manager this summer, and there have been many rumors linking you to several teams. Are these rumors true? Were you close to joining any team?

During the World Cup, we did not openly negotiate with clubs that were interested.

But there were definitely clubs interested in you?

Yes, always. Every manager receives different offers.

Was there an offer that particularly impressed you?

We never allowed negotiations to develop to that stage; we closed the door before anything came close to being finalized. When we spoke 18 months ago, you mentioned your desire to return to Tottenham Hotspur. After all the chaos last season, did Tottenham Hotspur contact you?

I always say, why not try in the future? There were indeed many rumors and some approaches, but nothing ever came close to an agreement. There were inquiries in July, but before the World Cup ended, I was not close to returning to manage any Premier League club.

Do you still have the ambition to return to the Premier League?

Of course. My mind hasn't changed. My plan now is to coach in the United States for another year, but after that, who knows? We're not getting any younger, and returning to the Premier League has always been my goal.

I miss competing in the Premier League, building a team capable of challenging for the title. Winning the championship is never easy. I have spent a long time in England and love Premier League football. It is my wish and hope to have another opportunity.

Let's talk about your former club, Tottenham Hotspur. There's never a shortage of drama in Tottenham's story.

They're investing money like other clubs. After years of being at a low point, Tottenham believes that investing in transfers is the way to avoid problems again. This season, they have invested heavily in transfers, and most of the players they've recruited have Premier League experience and have proven they can succeed in the Premier League.

Back when you were at Tottenham, after losing the Champions League final, what would you give for £300 million?

I'm not sure what that figure means. I don't quite understand it.

Do you remember your transfer spending when you managed Tottenham?

I don't quite recall, but in the 18 months leading up to the Champions League final against Liverpool, we didn't recruit any players and didn't spend money on transfers.

What do you think of Tottenham's strategic adjustments this time? Do you think this approach will work?

Nobody can predict the outcome, just as any decision made by a manager needs time to prove its success or failure. Of course, this is a completely different strategy and operating model. Tottenham will always hold a special place in my heart, and I sincerely wish them the best. My feelings toward this club will not change.

Your other former club, Chelsea, has also changed its approach, hiring a new manager and bringing in proven, experienced players. Given their current squad, what are your thoughts on their prospects this season?

Both Tottenham and Chelsea are now bringing in proven players like Palmer, who have the ability to compete for the league title. I think so, despite the disappointing loss to Arsenal.

But this is only the Chelsea manager's first three Premier League matches; he needs time. Arsenal is a more stable team, and in my opinion, Arteta is currently the best manager in the Premier League. Arsenal are very difficult to beat.

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