Bournemouth's head coach, Andoni Iraola, has announced his decision to leave the club at the end of the season. With his contract set to expire in three months, Iraola has rejected multiple offers to extend his stay, despite interest from his former club, Athletic Club, and Premier League rivals. The Spaniard will depart after a record-breaking three-year tenure on the south coast, with his final home game scheduled against Manchester City on May 17. Bournemouth has already begun searching for a new head coach, with three candidates shortlisted, including former RB Salzburg and Borussia Dortmund boss Marco Rose.
Iraola's departure comes as the club remains in contention for a historic European qualification, sitting two points behind seventh place in the Premier League table. During his time at Bournemouth, Iraola has implemented an attacking and dynamic style of football, leading the team to a club-record 56 points last season. His future plans remain uncertain, with Athletic Club and other Premier League clubs rumored to be interested in his services.