Bournemouth have come to an agreement to appoint Marco Rose as the new manager, replacing Andoni Iraola. The appointment will be made official this summer, allowing both Rose and the club to prepare for the upcoming season. Iraola announced his departure from the club on Tuesday, ending his three-year tenure as head coach.
Rose, the former RB Leipzig manager, was the top choice to succeed Iraola due to their similar footballing philosophies. Although there will be no official announcement soon, the club is working on completing the necessary paperwork and obtaining a work visa for Rose. The composition of his support staff is currently being discussed.
Rose has been out of management since his departure from RB Leipzig in March 2025. He has experience in winning trophies and competing in the Champions League, which aligns with Bournemouth's goals of pursuing European competition and trophies. Rose's footballing philosophy, which emphasizes emotion, hunger, and activity, is also a good fit for the club.
His playing style involves being highly active, winning high balls, and playing dynamically and forward. The club is looking to add a major trophy to their cabinet for the first time in their history, and Rose's appointment is seen as a step towards achieving this goal.