Andoni Iraola's departure from Rayo Vallecano led to an interview where he expressed his admiration for Marco Rose's Gladbach team. Iraola praised the team's dynamic and complete football style, where every player contributes to both attacking and defending. This style resonates with Iraola, who now sees Rose as his ideal replacement.
More than three years have passed, and Rose is set to take over Iraola's team, Bournemouth, following the latter's decision to leave. The appointment seems coherent, given Rose's track record of delivering vertical football, which aligns with Iraola's preferences. Rose's experience under Jurgen Klopp at Mainz and within the Red Bull system has equipped him with the skills to implement this style. His success at Borussia Monchengladbach, RB Leipzig, and other clubs demonstrates his ability to manage high-intensity games and qualify for the Champions League.
Although his tenure at Leipzig ended after a difficult season, Rose's personable style and intelligent approach to the game make him an attractive choice for Bournemouth. With the team on an unbeaten run and potentially qualifying for Europe, Rose's experience in managing two games a week could be a significant asset.
The appointment appears to be a sensible move, given Rose's alignment with Iraola's vision and his proven track record in delivering exciting, high-intensity football.