Bournemouth have confirmed the appointment of Andoni Iraola as their new manager, just hours after announcing the surprise departure of Gary O'Neil.
The Cherries confirmed O'Neil's departure despite the manager securing the club's Premier League safety following promotion to the Premier League in 2022. The former West Ham midfielder's fate was sealed in a 6am call.
Iraola arrives after impressing in charge of Spanish side Rayo Vallecano. The team finished 12th and 11th in La Liga after winning promotion via the play-offs, but now the former Spain international defender has taken the reins at the Vitality Stadium with time to add to Bournemouth's squad before the new campaign.