Andoni Iraola issues update on future amid Athletic Club links
Athletic Club have begun the search for their next manager, following confirmation of Ernesto Valverde's departure at the end of the season.
www.football-espana.netIraola remains a Spanish coach and ex-player, famed for leading Mirandés and Rayo Vallecano prior to joining Bournemouth in 2023, achieving club point records in his first season. During 2026, reports linked him with Athletic Club as a potential return, though he had expressed doubts about rejoining, with Edin Terzic named as another option by Athletic. He has been the subject of ongoing transfer chatter with multiple Premier League clubs, as his Bournemouth contract nears expiration, with indications he is weighing his future decisions. Athletic Bilbao started searching for a new manager after Valverde left, and Iraola’s name remains in consideration. Manchester United, Tottenham, and Crystal Palace have shown interest in Iraola recently. He has not signed a new Bournemouth contract yet, as transfer chatter continues.