Andoni Iraola is the manager of Bournemouth, according to reports. His contract with the club expires at the end of the 2025/26 season, sources indicate. Iraola has not yet signed a new contract with Bournemouth, it is reported.
He says he is closer to making a decision about whether he will stay at Bournemouth beyond the end of the season, as per his statements. Iraola has been linked with Manchester United, Tottenham, and Crystal Palace in recent weeks, media reports suggest. Manchester United will appoint a long-term successor to Ruben Amorim in the summer, according to sources.
Definitely [closer to a decision]. It is something we will decide sooner rather than later, but there is no news.
Interim boss Michael Carrick is making a strong case for the Manchester United manager role, it is reported. Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada and football director Jason Wilcox are considering other options including Andoni Iraola, sources say. Crystal Palace needs a new manager this summer as Oliver Glasner confirmed he will leave at the end of the season, reports indicate.
Tottenham has been linked with Andoni Iraola following the sacking of Thomas Frank and poor displays under Igor Tudor, according to media. Igor Tudor is under contract as Tottenham manager until the end of the season, it is reported. Iraola has a great relationship with technical director Simon Francis and president of football operations Tiago Pinto, sources suggest.
I have one thing clear, the club and me are very open. We talk a lot and very sincerely. We have open conversations, but obviously we cannot say here, outside, what we are telling inside. I think that's how we should work.
Bournemouth finished 12th with 48 points in Andoni Iraola's first season (2023/24), according to statistics. The club finished 9th with 56 points in Andoni Iraola's second season (2024/25), data shows. Bournemouth currently sits 9th with 40 points and nine matches left in the 2025/26 season, based on league standings.
The club is unbeaten in its last eight games, as per match results. Bournemouth sold players including Dean Huijsen, Milos Kerkez, Illia Zabarnyi, Antoine Semenyo, and Dango Ouattara, according to transfer reports. Iraola's future decision is expected to be influenced by Bournemouth's strong performance this season, with the team showing consistent improvement under his leadership.
I have a great relationship with [technical director] Simon [Francis] and [president of football operations] Tiago [Pinto]. Everything is fine between us. We have things that we discuss, but they are internal conversations.
The club's unbeaten run and ninth-place position highlight his impact, making him an attractive candidate for other Premier League sides. Manchester United's search for a permanent manager adds to the speculation, with Iraola being one of several options under consideration. Similarly, Crystal Palace's managerial vacancy and Tottenham's recent struggles could lead to further interest in Iraola.
Bournemouth's player sales in recent transfer windows have not hindered their progress, suggesting effective squad management. As the season approaches its conclusion, Iraola's decision will be closely watched by fans and clubs alike, with his contract situation adding urgency to the matter.