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Bournemouth set to appoint Marco Rose as manager for next season
April 17, 2026
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Talks held with German over replacing Andoni IraolaRose out of work so can start planning immediatelyBournemouth are set to appoint Marco Rose as their new manager after successful talks with the German. Rose has emerged as the favoured candidate to replace Andoni Iraola, who is stepping down when his contract expires this summer, and an agreement in principle is in place for him to take over.Tiago Pinto, Bournemouth’s head of football operations, has moved swiftly since learning that Iraola has decided to seek a fresh challenge.
Bournemouth considered a move for Kieran McKenna but the Ipswich Town manager’s heavy buyout clause presented a significant challenge and made a move for Rose more likely. Rose has been out of work since leaving RB Leipzig in March 2025, making a deal with the 49-year-old easier to complete, and he will be able to start planning for next season now. Continue reading...
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