An Argentine player who played in Paris has welcomed the prospect of his return to the French capital for his teammate
Mauricio Pochettino is “already with the family” at Paris Saint-Germain, according to Didier Domi, who says the former Tottenham boss is “ticking all the boxes” instead of Thomas Tuchel.
Pochettino is forced to return to rule after 13 months away from the dugout. The Argentine has been out of work since he was beaten by Tottenham in November 2019 but has been linked with a number of high-profile positions including Manchester United’s main job.
PSG are now looking to put their faith in Pochettino, who transformed Spurs into the top four champions and champions of the Champions League, after Tuchel relinquished his duties on Thursday. .
Tuchel was sent off just hours after eyeing a 4-0 home win over Strasbourg, with sports director Leonardo and club owner Nasser Al Khelaifi deciding the make the change with the team sitting third in the Ligue 1 stand at Christmas time.
Pochettino is reportedly the successful starter for Germany’s head coach, and Domi believes he is the perfect candidate to deliver in a new era at the Parc des Princes.
“I like the idea of an elder coming home because he already belongs to the family. Like Leonardo, he takes skill while believing in the club ‘s past, “said the former left – back, who played alongside Pochettino at PSG and Espanyol. The Parisien.
“He kicks every box and has everything to succeed: a good relationship with the players and a good team with his staff. He knows how to manage the pressure and the ball ideas his foot sticks to Paris. He has all his cards. “
If Pochettino is named by PSG in the coming days, his first game is likely to come when the French champions take on Saint Etienne at the Geoffroy Stadium on January 6th.
The Parisians are one point behind leaders Lyon and Lille in second place after 17 games but are expected to still pick up a fourth Ligue 1 crown after May.
PSG will also play for the Champions League again in 2021, having reached the final of the tournament for the first time last season, with a final big 16 loss against Barcelona scheduled for February.