Andoni Iraola once revealed that Marco Rose's Borussia Monchengladbach was one of his favorite teams to watch, citing his admiration for German football and its fast-paced, high-intensity style. Iraola appreciated how every player had multiple roles, with attackers pressing as defenders and central defenders driving forward. Over three years later, Rose is set to take over Iraola's former team, Bournemouth, following the latter's decision to leave. The appointment seems coherent, given Bournemouth's current unbeaten run in the Premier League and potential qualification for Europe.
The decision makers, including Tiago Pinto, deserve credit for this sensible move, which is not just based on Iraola's admiration for Rose but also on the latter's track record of delivering vertical football. Rose's experience under Jurgen Klopp at Mainz and within the Red Bull system has prepared him for this role. He has a history of success, having qualified for the Champions League with multiple Bundesliga clubs and managed teams that play with intensity.
His personable style and ability to adapt should help him thrive at Bournemouth. With Rose at the helm, the team's journey may not end with Iraola's departure, especially if they qualify for Europe.