Mauricio Pochettino insists he wants to be the man who tries to take Tottenham to the next level.

Pochettino has found himself under pressure after a difficult start to the season, which hit new depths on Tuesday when they lost to Sky Bet League Two club Colchester in the Carabao Cup.

The Argentinian, who has faced some calls to be sacked from irate supporters, has transformed Spurs into regular top-four Premier League finishers and memorably led them to the Champions League final last term having not signed a player for two transfer windows.

“Of course you cannot say anything about the fans. The fans keep the game alive that is so beautiful.

“We are here because of them and that is why they can always give their opinion.”

Spurs will be aiming to get back on track with the visit of Southampton on Saturday.

They will be without Giovani Lo Celso and Ryan Sessegnon, due to respective hip and hamstring problems.