An agreement has been reached for Marco Rose to succeed Andoni Iraola as the manager of Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. Although Rose will not officially assume his duties until the summer, the arrangement enables both the incoming manager and the club to prepare for the upcoming season.
Iraola announced his decision to leave the club on Tuesday, marking the end of his three-year tenure as head coach. Following Iraola's announcement, Sky Sports News reported that Rose, the former RB Leipzig manager, was the top contender to take over.
The 46-year-old was the club's primary target due to his similar approach to the game and style of play. While no official statement is expected soon, the club is working on finalizing the paperwork and obtaining a work visa for Rose.
Discussions are also underway regarding the composition of his support staff. Rose has been without a management position since being let go by RB Leipzig in March 2025.
The new manager's experience in winning trophies and competing in the Champions League makes him an attractive fit for Bournemouth, who are seeking to claim their first major trophy in the club's history. Rose's philosophy, which emphasizes "emotion, hunger, and being active," aligns with the club's vision. As he has previously stated, "We want to be very active against the ball, sprint a lot.
We want to win high balls and have short ways to the goal. We don't want to play high and wide, but fast, dynamic, and actively forward."