Chelsea hire Pochettino as manager to lift club after disastrous season
- Chelsea hired Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager on a two-year contract with the option of a further year.
- Pochettino's return to the Premier League follows his departure from Paris Saint-Germain in July 2020.
- Chelsea finished the Premier League in 12th place despite spending around $630 million over the last two transfer windows.
- Pochettino is renowned for his high-energy and eye-catching style and commitment to developing young players.
- Pochettino's appointment will be a tough one for Tottenham fans, who still idolize the former Argentina defender for briefly turning their team into one of the best in Europe.