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Benfica 'line up shock swoop for Mauricio Pochettino' as ambitious Portuguese side look to spend big in bid to lure former Tottenham boss to the Primeira Liga

Benfica are reportedly interested in appointing former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager.

Pochettino has been out of work since his departure from Tottenham in November last year, but could now be offered a route back into management.

According to Record, Benfica are prepared to make a major financial investment to lure the 48-year-old to the club.

Benfica are reportedly interested in appointing Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager

The report indicates that Benfica are ready to sack current boss Bruno Lage despite them being just three points adrift of leaders Porto.

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Pochettino has been linked with a return to the Premier League, but it appears unlikely that he will head to Manchester United at this stage, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side having performed more impressively of late.