Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola is one of the key candidates to take over as Athletic Bilbao coach. Journalist Ben Jacobs reports on this.

The contract of the Spanish specialist with the English club ends at the end of the current season, and the parties did not sign a new contract. It is expected that Israel will inform the Bournemouth administration about its decision before the end of the international break.

According to Gerel, the option of turning to Athletic Bilbao can be particularly advantageous for the coach. The Iraola club played over 400 matches during his playing career.

The Spaniard has cheered Bournemouth at Lipni 2023. The 2023/2024 season has 42 matches under its management..

It is expected that the vacancy of a head coach at Athletic Bilbao will appear after the end of the season - the team’s dignified coach Ernesto Valverde previously announced his intention to relinquish his position.