Tottenham defender Juan Foyth has revealed the chance to work with his compatriot Mauricio Pochettino swayed his decision to join the north London club over Paris Saint-Germain.
The 21-year-old Argentine joined Spurs in August 2017 from Estudiantes for a reported £8m, with the centre-back making 17 appearances for the club in all competitions, scoring once.
Spurs however weren't the only club chasing him, with Ligue 1 side PSG also interested in the sought-after defender, however the opportunity to learn from a former centre-back in Pochettino was too good to turn down, according to Foyth.
Speaking to ESPN, he said: "
"Also, I had the chance to talk to Mauricio and he told me I had very good features but that he was going to improve that.
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Source: 90min