Bournemouth have confirmed the appointment of Marco Rose as the new head coach, replacing Andoni Iraola, who will be leaving the club at the end of the season. Rose will take charge on a three-year contract in the summer, allowing the club and the new manager to plan ahead for next season. Iraola had announced his decision to leave Bournemouth last week, ending his three-year tenure as head coach. Rose, 49, was the top choice to succeed Iraola due to his similar footballing philosophy and style of play.
He has previously managed RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, Borussia Monchengladbach, and Red Bull Salzburg, and has been out of management since being sacked by RB Leipzig in March 2025. The club stated that their focus remains on finishing the current campaign strongly, with Rose's appointment allowing for a seamless transition. The move has been praised, with Rose's footballing style aligning with Iraola's, who had previously expressed his admiration for Rose's work at Borussia Monchengladbach. The appointment is seen as a sensible move, with Bournemouth continuing to progress and potentially qualifying for Europe.