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Pochettino thanks Levy & Tottenham's supporters in first statement after sacking

Mauricio Pochettino has expressed his gratitude towards Daniel Levy and Tottenham's supporters in his first statement since behind sacked by the club on November 21.

The Argentine spent over five years at Spurs, helping to transform the side into top four regulars, while also masterminding a run to the Champions League final last season.

Unfortunately, the Lilywhites were unable to build on that success at the start of 2019-20 campaign, slipping to 14th in the Premier League table after 12 fixtures.

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Pochettino ended up paying the ultimate price, with Tottenham chairman Levy wielding the axe last Tuesday before appointing former Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho as the 47-year-old's replacement less than 24 hours later.