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Richard Forrester

Former Bristol City midfielder set to be handed permanent managerial role at Bournemouth

Former Bristol City midfielder Gary O'Neil is set to be rewarded with the full-time role at Bournemouth following a successful interim spell.

The 39-year-old has spent the last 12 games in charge of the Cherries following the sacking of Scott Parker in August. Bournemouth have won four, drawn four and lost four under his management with his side currently 14th in the Premier League.

The top flight newbies had held talks with former Leeds head coach Marcelo Bielsa but it appears as though the two parties failed to find an agreement. The Telegraph report that O'Neil will have significant funds to spend in January with American businessman Bill Foley progressing with his takeover bid.

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