Mauricio Pochettino to Manchester United? What Sir Alex Ferguson said about the manager in 2013 as Jose Mourinho is sacked

Mauricio Pochettino to Manchester United? What Sir Alex Ferguson said about the manager in 2013 as Jose Mourinho is sacked
It was only Mauricio Pochettino’s second game as a Premier League manager, but he left a lasting impression on Sir Alex Ferguson.He was unknown when given the Southampton job in January 2013, replacing the popular Nigel Adkins with the club three points above the relegation zone.But, after earning a credible draw with Everton in his first game, he then took his side to Old Trafford.3

Fergie thought his United side were lucky to beat Pochettino’s Southampton in 2013

Ahead of the game, the 40-year-old said he was going there for a win – Southampton had not won there for 25 years.And he nearly pulled it off, as Saints went ahead through Jay Rodriguez, but they ultimately fell short and United won 2-1.Fergie thought his side were lucky.“[Winning] is the name of the game at this stage of the season,” he said afterwards.

---

• Manchester United manager latest – follow the updates LIVE

• How Mourinho’s record compares to Van Gaal and Moyes’

• Why Mourinho leaving Man United could be GOOD for Spurs

---

“For the first 30 minutes I thought we were fantastic, we played really well. But in the second half Southampton have been the best team to play here this season.“We were fortunate to win the game. They pushed on top of us and didn’t give us any time on the ball.”Pochettino’s desire to win was evident.“I’m very proud [of Ferguson’s praise]. It’s very important for my players to hear. But we leave with no points. We did play well but I’m upset at not getting a draw at least. It doesn’t console me.“I think in the second half we played as we should have done for the whole game. I think it’s important for the team to know we can play that well.”3

Pochettino’s work at Southampton won him praise from Ferguson

Ferguson followed Pochettino’s progress and watched him get the Spurs job in 2014 where he has made them Premier League title contenders.During the 2015/16 season, Tottenham lost out to eventual champions Leicester and, when the legendary boss was asked in 2016 what had impressed him most about Tottenham during that campaign, he said: “Well, the manager has been fantastic.3

Pochettino has turned Tottenham into Premier League title contenders since getting the job in 2014

“[Tottenham] have a bad record of managers, there is no doubt about that. They have had so many over the years, but this lad has composure. You never see him ruffled and the way his team play is a testimony to the work he is doing.“The most important thing for English football is how many English and young players are in his team.“He understands the advantage of playing young people. They won’t let you down and they have been fantastic. [Dele] Alli, [Harry] Kane, [Ryan] Mason, [Danny] Rose, [Eric] Dier, all English players, [Kyle] Walker, the right back, although he has been there for a bit longer.” Pochettino is also a big admirer of Fergie and there is a section of his book, Brave New World, dedicated to a lunch meeting the pair enjoyed in 2016.News of Jose Mourinho’s dismissal has increased speculation Man United will try and install him as their next manager, with Old Trafford legend Gary Neville saying he’d be perfect.You look at Mauricio Pochettinos belief in young players at Southampton and with Tottenham,” he told Sky Sports. “You look at his performance levels and the style of play. You look at the way he carries himself at all times, publicly and in private.Ive been fortunate to spend time at Tottenhams training ground, and for me he feels like the ideal candidate.Man United have tried managers who have won European cups, theyve tried managers who have won multiple leagues.My view is they need someone who meets the three key principles of the football club, and that is promotion of youth, entertaining football, and to win football matches.

---

ANDRES INIESTA has apologised for creating a social media storm after he posted a photo alongside two 'blacked-up' characters. The Barcelona legend caused fury after posting a picture to his 27.4million Instagram followers showing how he was celebrating Feliz dias de Reyes - a festive Christian tradition in Spain.
Andres Iniesta apologises for posting controversial picture

---

Chelsea youngsters Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ruben Loftus-Cheek will start for a second game running for Chelsea as they welcome West Ham to Stamford Bridge on Monday night. The England pair started
Chelsea vs West Ham teams: Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ruben
hollywoodadviser.com/chelsea-vs-west-ham-teams-callum-hudson-odoi-and-ruben-loftus-cheek-given-the-nod-for-second-game-running/
SARRI SURPRISE The England pair have had to fight for their first team action under Maurizio Sarri but Hudson-Odoi and Loftus-Cheek will start again for the Blues Chelsea youngsters Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ruben Loftus-Cheek will start for a second game running for Chelsea as they welcome West Ham to Stamford Bridge on Monday night.
Chelsea fans rejoice as Hudson-Odoi STARTS against West Ham

---

Manchester United legend Andy Cole expects the club to sign another top striker this summer. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hinted he will begin a huge rebuilding job at Old Trafford this summer after the Red Devils' disappointing season.
Manchester United transfer news: Red Devils legend Andy Cole

---

"He's got the worst first touch I've ever seen in any striker playing in the Premier League. "I'm not saying he's a bad player, he's a good player, but he's not Manchester United. "He [Ole] has got to shift eight players out from the squad. That's very difficult to do. That's me being very honest with you.
'Romelu Lukaku has the worst first touch I have | SportSpyder

---

Tammy Abraham 'not far off' regular place in senior England team, says former Aston Villa striker Darren Bent; Man United transfer news LIVE: Daniel James having medical TODAY, Fernandes to be first signing, Meunier 'dreams' of Red Devils; Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson is rewarded with No.1 shirt to cap remarkable debut season at Anfield
Arsenal news: 'Frustrated' David Seaman unhappy with Gunners

---

Rangers flop Ovie Ejaria set to join Reading after cutting short Ibrox loan. RANGERS flop Ovie Ejaria is closing in on a loan move to Reading. Keep u p to date with ALL the latest news and
Rangers round-up: Ejaria to join Reading, Davis signs and

---

Marcus Rashford: 'I don't even think he's a Premier League footballer', says angry Manchester United fan on talkSPORT Written by: fpnews Posted on: April 25, 2019 Marcus Rashford is regarded by many as one of the most talented youngsters in the world - but one Manchester United supporter doesn't hold the striker in such high regard!
Marcus Rashford: 'I don't even think he's a Premier League
hollywoodadviser.com/marcus-rashford-i-dont-even-think-hes-a-premier-league-footballer-says-angry-manchester-united-fan-on-talksport/
Marcus Rashford has failed to find the net in his last five Manchester United appearances That was remarkably their seventh defeat in just nine games, and Ricky, an avid United fan, made his feelings clear on the England striker when he phoned talkSPORT during Thursday's Drive show. "I watch him every week and I don't rate him," he said.
Marcus Rashford: 'I don't even think he's a Premier League

---

Tottenham Hotspur fans love Kyle Walker-Peters stat which will leave Arsenal fans embarrassed Assist King The true 'Assist King' of north London has been revealed Tottenham Hotspur starlet Kyle Walker-Peters took his chance to shine against Bournemouth and in doing so produced a statistic which has got fans laughing at Arsenal.
The stat that shows how under-appreciated this Spurs player

---

Yannick Bolasie (born 24 May 1989) is a professional footballer who plays as a winger for Anderlecht on loan from Premier League club Everton.Born in Lyon, he has played in the Football League for Plymouth Argyle, Barnet, Bristol City, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa.

---

However, the defender has announced he has no desire to leave Napoli in the near future, but has thanked the Chelsea boss for showing a keen interest in getting a deal done. "I also want to thank Sarri, he was very attentive," Maksimovic told Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli when asked about his upturn in form. "Could I join him at Chelsea?
Transfer news and football gossip: Chelsea star expects many

---

Manchester United's Paul Pogba explains why he became a Muslim and how it made him a 'better person' The Manchester United midfielder connected with religion as an adult through friends, and
Six potential Paul Pogba replacements as midfielder is wanted

---

Tottenham Hotspur transfer news: Midfielders linked to Spurs

---

Ryan Giggs admitted that his Wales team were beaten by a Denmark side that "get the job done" in their Nations League clash. Wales missed out on promotion to the top tier of the Nations League
Wales vs Denmark: TV channel, live stream, squad news

---

Virgil van Dijk insists Ballon d'Or success is not "on my mind at all", with Liverpool's newly-crowned PFA Player of the Year focused solely on Barcelona and a Champions League clash with
Barcelona vs Liverpool: Virgil van Dijk focused on 'out of

---

Callum Hudson-Odoi and Declan Rice will make their full England debuts after being named in the starting line-up against Montenegro.
England vs Montenegro: Callum Hudson-Odoi stars as Gareth

---