Bournemouth Shortlists Candidates to Succeed Andoni Iraola, with Marco Rose as Frontrunner

Marco Rose is currently the top contender for the Bournemouth coaching position. The club has compiled a shortlist of three potential successors to Andoni Iraola, which includes Ipswich's Kieran McKenna. Bournemouth aims to swiftly appoint Iraola's replacement after confirming his departure at the end of his contract. Rose, who was let go by RB Leipzig in March 2025, is a key figure to watch. Meanwhile, McKenna is still focused on securing promotion to the Premier League with Ipswich. Although Inigo Perez, Iraola's former assistant, is admired by Bournemouth, he is not currently on the three-man shortlist. The club is eager to install a new head coach quickly, allowing for immediate planning for the next season, which may include European competition.