Mauricio Pochettino had previously managed Tottenham for five years, during which time he led the club to a Champions League final. His experience and achievements make him an attractive candidate for the vacant position.

However, if Levy decides to pursue Pochettino, the club would have to negotiate a world record compensation fee to release him from his contract with the USA national team. This could be a significant challenge for the club.

For his part, Pochettino is also likely to be hesitant about leaving his role as the USA national team manager, especially with the upcoming World Cup next year. He will need to be convinced that returning to Tottenham is the right decision for him.