Mauricio Pochettino has returned to the Premier League.

Chelsea FC have announced the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as the the new  manager for the 2023/24 season.

‘Mauricio’s experience, standards of excellence, leadership qualities and character will serve Chelsea Football Club well as we move forward.  He is a winning coach, who has worked at the highest levels, in multiple leagues and languages. His ethos, tactical approach and commitment to development all made him the exceptional candidate.’

Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, said in a statement released on the club’s website.

The 51 year-old Argentine was former Tottenham boss.  He guided Paris Saint-Germain to a Ligue 1 title and the Coupe de France. He begins his new role on 1 July 2023 on a two-year contract,