Bournemouth's Search for Iraola's Successor: Rose Emerges as Frontrunner

Marco Rose is reportedly the top candidate to replace Andoni Iraola as Bournemouth's head coach. The club has a shortlist of three potential successors, including Ipswich's Kieran McKenna. Bournemouth aims to appoint Iraola's replacement quickly, following the confirmation of his departure at the end of his contract. Rose, who was sacked by RB Leipzig in March 2025, is available and has Champions League experience. McKenna, meanwhile, is focused on promoting Ipswich back to the Premier League. Another admired candidate, Inigo Perez, is not currently on the shortlist. Iraola will leave Bournemouth after a successful three-year tenure, during which he guided the team to a ninth-placed finish in the Premier League and set a new club-record points tally. The club is looking to agree on a new deal with his successor soon, with Rose's footballing philosophy aligning with Bournemouth's style.