Marco Rose is reportedly the leading candidate to succeed Andoni Iraola as Bournemouth's head coach. The club has compiled a shortlist of three potential replacements, which also includes Kieran McKenna, the current manager of Ipswich. Following the confirmation of Iraola's departure at the end of his contract, Bournemouth aims to appoint a new head coach quickly. Rose, who was dismissed by RB Leipzig in March 2025, is available and has experience in the Champions League.
McKenna, meanwhile, is focused on securing promotion to the Premier League with Ipswich. Another notable figure, Inigo Perez, Iraola's former assistant, is not currently on the shortlist but is admired by the club. Bournemouth seeks to install a new head coach swiftly to begin planning for the next season, potentially including European competition.