Mauricio Pochettino: Career, Achievements, Net Worth in 2024, Salary and Managerial style 

Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine football manager and former player, is widely recognized for his coaching tenures at clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and Chelsea.

Back in the day, Pochettino was a central defender who started his career at Atletico Newell's Old Boys in Argentina before moving to Europe, where he had significant stints at Espanyol and Paris Saint-Germain. He won the Copa Del Rey with Espanyol and the runner-up with PSG in the Coupe de France in 2002-03. Out of a total of 26 goals scored, 13 came from La Liga with Espanyol. Others came from his Old Boys stint, three years with Paris Saint-Germain and Bordeaux. He hung up his boots as a player in 2006 after a return to Espanyol.

Pochettino's managerial career began at Espanyol in 2009. He later moved to the Premier League, gaining widespread acclaim for his work at Southampton and Tottenham. In 2013, coaching Southampton, he managed to stun the Pep Guardiola-led Manchester City.

After a successful year, where Southampton finished 8th in the table, Tottenham Hotspurs snapped him up to replace Tim Sherwood in 2014. Under his regime, Spurs stormed to their best-ever finish of 2nd in 2016-17. For three straight years, Tottenham was a force to be reckoned with in the top three.

At Tottenham, he led the team to a runners-up finish in the Premier League (2016-2017) and guided them to their first-ever UEFA Champions League final in 2019. He also led Spurs to a Football League Cup in 2014-15. However, the 2018-19 Champions League runner-up to Liverpool was the crowning glory. After leaving the Spurs, Pochettino had a somewhat successful but short spell at PSG, winning the Ligue 1 title and the Coupe de France. Most recently, he managed Chelsea for the 2023-2024 season, although his tenure ended after just one year.

As of August 19, 2024, he is linked to the United States Men's National Team (USMNT), as he has reportedly agreed to be their next manager following the exit of Gregg Berhalter.

Net Worth in 2024, and Salary

As of 2024, Mauricio Pochettino's net worth is estimated to be around $14-15 million. His most recent salary, during his time at Chelsea, was approximately £10.4 million per year, and weekly $253,700. He also received a significant compensation package following his departure from Chelsea.

Managerial style

Pochettino is known for his tactical acumen, particularly his emphasis on high pressing, organized defense, and a strong team ethic. His managerial style is heavily influenced by Marcelo Bielsa, under whom he played during his early career. Pochettino's teams are typically well-drilled, disciplined, and capable of playing an aggressive, pressing game to win back possession quickly.

He often utilizes a 4-2-3-1 formation, which allows for a solid defensive base while providing flexibility in attack. His teams focus on building from the back, maintaining possession, and creating overloads in wide areas to stretch the opposition. Pochettino also places a strong emphasis on fitness, ensuring that his players are capable of maintaining high-intensity performances throughout the match.

One of Pochettino's standout qualities is his knack for developing young talent. He has an eye for spotting potential and isn't afraid to take a chance on younger players, turning them into key figures in his squad. This approach was particularly evident during his time at Tottenham, where he brought through players like Harry Kane and Dele Alli, turning them into stars on the international stage.

However, despite all the praise for his attractive style of play, Pochettino has sometimes struggled to “bring home the bacon” in terms of major trophies, which is a point of critique that follows him around.