Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino would love to sign a '10 or 15-year' contract: 'I am so happy... I enjoy my time a lot'

  • Mauricio Pochettino and Tottenham are preparing to face Real Madrid
  • The Spurs boss spoke about his plans on the eve of the Champions League tie
  • Pochettino says he hopes to stay at the north London club for '10 or 15 years'
  • The former Southampton manager has set his sights on winning a trophy

Mauricio Pochettino has admitted that he hopes to stay at Tottenham for at least the next decade as the club move to a new stadium and target trophies.

The Argentine, who is preparing for Tuesday night's Champions League clash with Real Madrid, has caught the eye after leading Spurs into Europe and challenging for the Premier League title.

But Pochettino insists he is happy in north London and says Tottenham's progress, both on and off the field, can help them win silverware.

Mauricio Pochettino smiles as Tottenham train at the Bernabeu ahead of facing Real Madrid

Mauricio Pochettino smiles as Tottenham train at the Bernabeu ahead of facing Real Madrid

Harry Kane (centre) leads the way as the Spurs squad prepare for their Champions League tie

Harry Kane (centre) leads the way as the Spurs squad prepare for their Champions League tie

Asked about his future at the club, Pochettino said: 'It's up to the owner and the chairman.


'I am so happy. I enjoy my time in Tottenham a lot. It's a club with a lot of potential. 

'We are waiting for a new stadium, with new facilities, that I think will be the best in Europe. It's only a matter of time to develop to be a competitive team and try to win a trophy.'

Pochettino's current deal, which is believed to be worth around £5.5million a year, runs until the summer of 2021.

Pochettino has revealed that he hopes to stay with Tottenham for the next '10 or 15 years' 

Pochettino has revealed that he hopes to stay with Tottenham for the next '10 or 15 years' 

Jan Vertonghen (left) and Kane stretch as Tottenham train at the Bernabeu on Monday night

Jan Vertonghen (left) and Kane stretch as Tottenham train at the Bernabeu on Monday night

However, the former Southampton boss has revealed that he would be delighted to tie himself down to a more long-term contract.

'I am happy to hear that Daniel [Levy] is so kind to me, telling everyone what he expects from me,' he added.

'I hope to stay 10 or 15 years here. I would love to sign that contract.'