Gus Poyet is ready to take charge of Tottenham Hotspur, a club currently grappling with a precarious position just above the Premier League’s bottom three. With Igor Tudor having been appointed as interim manager in February 2026, the pressure is mounting as the team finds itself out of the Champions League.
Poyet, who last managed Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors in South Korea in 2025, expressed confidence in his abilities, stating, “I can’t say no, and I have to trust my ability, I have no doubt.” His return to Tottenham is particularly significant given his history as a former player for the club.
Tottenham’s current struggles are compounded by the performance of key players. Manuel Ugarte, who joined Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain for an initial fee of €50 million in August 2024, has only made nine starts across all competitions this season. Poyet commented on Ugarte’s situation, saying, “He needs to find the right club. I think he’s a top player. I think he’s a top central midfielder.”
Ugarte’s limited playing time includes just seven starts in the Premier League, raising questions about his future at Manchester United, especially with Casemiro announcing his departure at the end of the season on a free transfer.
Poyet believes Ugarte would have been better off joining Chelsea instead of Manchester United, revealing, “Before he went to Paris Saint-Germain, I wanted him to come to Chelsea.” This sentiment highlights the ongoing discussions about player transfers and their impacts on club performance.
As Poyet prepares to step into his new role, the Tottenham community is hopeful for a turnaround in fortunes. The club’s recent history has been marked by ups and downs, and fans are eager to see if Poyet can bring stability and success.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact timeline for Poyet’s appointment, but observers expect an announcement soon as the club seeks to regain its footing in the Premier League.
