Bournemouth confirm Marco Rose as Andoni Iraola’s successor

Bournemouth have announced Marco Rose will take over as the club’s head coach this summer, succeeding Andoni Iraola.

The German has agreed a three-year deal at the Vitality Stadium, with the Cherries moving swiftly to appoint his replacement as part of their long-term project, despite hoping to extend Iraola’s stay.

“AFC Bournemouth is delighted to confirm the appointment of Marco Rose as the club’s new head coach on a three-year contract, which will begin following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season,” read a club statement.

“The 49-year-old arrives on the south coast with a wealth of experience at the highest level of European football.”

Marco Rose last job was at RB Leipzig (Photo by ANP via Getty Images)

Rose have become famous for bringing the best out of young players, having worked with talents such as Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham and Dominik Szoboszlai during his time at RB Salzburg, Borussia Monchengladbach, and Borussia Dortmund.

His high-pressing, attacking style of play caught the attention of Bournemouth’s owners, as they believe it aligns with the club’s identity.

Sacked by RB Leipzig in March 2025, Rose boasts Champions League and Europa League experience.

His appointment follows Iraola’s decision to depart when his contract expires at the end of the season, bringing an end to a highly successful three-year reign.

The club statement continued: “The club’s immediate focus remains firmly on finishing the current campaign as strongly as possible, with the players and staff continuing to show full commitment to achieving positive results and building on the current 13-game unbeaten run.

“Everyone at AFC Bournemouth looks forward to welcoming Marco to Vitality Stadium as he begins his role as head coach in the summer.”

Bournemouth are currently enjoying a 13-game unbeaten run, sitting eighth in the Premier League table, level on points with sixth-placed Chelsea.