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Mauricio Pochettino believes Tottenham's new stadium is final piece of puzzle to become force in Europe: 'That's not an excuse, that's the reality'

Tottenham have everything in place to become one of Europe's top clubs but need the stability of a permanent home, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Spurs' attempts to establish themselves among the continent's elite suffered a major setback in midweek when they were knocked out of the Champions League by Serie A champions Juventus.

Wednesday's second leg defeat against the Italian side came at Wembley, the club's temporary home while a new 62,000-seater stadium is constructed on the site of their former White Hart Lane ground.

Mauricio Pochettino believes his side will benefit hugely from their new stadium next year
Mauricio Pochettino believes his side will benefit hugely from their new stadium next year
Tottenham's new home is under construction and will be ready for the start of next season
Tottenham's new home is under construction and will be ready for the start of next season

And Pochettino - whose team are scheduled to return to north-east London in the summer - believes a settled environment is vital to success.