Missing out on the title may have soured Spurs’ mood in recent weeks, though there is very little doubt this has been as a rampant success
The North London outfit would no doubt have taken Champions League football at the start of the season and there is an undeniable feeling around White Hart Lane that this season could indeed be the start of something special.
The emergence of the likes of Harry Kane and Tom Carroll in the side from the youth ranks, coupled with the masterful signings of Dele Alli and Eric Dier have been some of the most fascinating subplots of the season.
Pochettino has carefully constructed a finely balanced team out, mostly using the youthful exuberance of his playing talent.
Still, who doesn’t love big signings? Especially with entry to the continent’s elite competition.
To that end, a blockbuster move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez has been suggested in recent reports, in what would be a statement signing and a half.
At just 21-years of age, Niguez represents the hallmark of youthful fearlessness so prevalent under the former Southampton coach, while possessing an undeniable step up in quality.
If Spurs can pull it off, it would be one of their biggest signings in their history.
But, who could follow? Who else can Pochettino and Daniel Levy attract to the exciting Tottenham Hotspur project?
Have a look who we here in the Transfer Tavern think could.
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Michy Batshuayi
Kane is undoubtedly the star man at White Hart Lane, though there’s little doubting the England international needs both cover and competition in equal measure.
Marseille forward Michy Batshuayi has been linked with the club for some time now and it was recently announced he will be leaving Marseille at the end of the season.
One of the hottest properties on the market, the 22-year old is both lethal in front of goal and running in behind defences, while able to link play with willing midfield runners.
In many ways both the ideal foil and potential replacement for Kane when needed.
Florian Thauvin
This one might sound less obvious, considering his form for crisis club Newcastle earlier this season, but Florian Thauvin is thought to be of interest to Pochettino.
Despite his torrid time on Tyneside, the 23-year old is clearly a talented player and has the physical attributes required to fit into the high pressing system at White Hart Lane.
If he can improve his end product and get back to his Bastia days, the French international could be a thrillingly incisive winger capable of tearing apart defences.
Lassana Diarra
A former Arsenal player will never be the most popular option to the Spurs faithful, though Lassana Diarra is barely Ian Wright.
The Frenchman has found his form once again at Marseille, emerging as the holding midfielder many thought he could be while with the Gunners and Chelsea.
With an intense schedule ahead, the club will need more reinforcements for the likes of Eric Dier and Mousa Dembele to fit into the all-action style those two deploy so effectively.
Adam Lallana
Liverpool are going through some positive changes under Jurgen Klopp right now, though that has not stopped links with a move to the Lane for one of his stars.
Though the England international is much improved under the German, the Reds have been touted as potential landing spot for Mario Gotze this summer.
Perhaps that could open up the chance to land Lallana.
The playmaker worked with Pochettino to great success at Southampton and could slot in nicely next to Christian Eriksen in the frontline behind the strikers.
Denis Suarez
Spurs currently appear well stocked in wide areas now that Erik Lamela is finally proving his worth, though few teams in Europe would turn their noses up at the chance to sign Villarreal winger Denis Suarez.
The Spaniard is now a far cry from the youngster that failed to break into the Manchester City squad and his pace, power and technical ability seem to fit Pochettino’s side down to a tee.
