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By SIMON JONES Published: 05: 40 AEDT, 5 March 2026 | Updated: 05: 49 AEDT, 5 March 2026 2 View comments Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola is contemplating signing a new contract at the club. The 43-year-old's current deal runs out this summer and Bournemouth have been keen to tie the Spaniard down as he continues to help them punch above their weight in the Premier League. Crystal Palace and Tottenham are among a long list of admirers from the Premier League and abroad who would consider the Basque tactician this summer as they weigh up candidates for their managerial position. However, it is understood Iraola is leaning towards extending his stay as Bournemouth's hierarchy continue attempts to persuade him. Although they have raised over £300million in player sales, Bournemouth have also invested £390m over the past three seasons and are continuing attempts to keep their squad competitive and match Iraola's ambitions. They are also spending £50m to expand the Vitality Stadium. Talking earlier this week, he said: 'I'm very happy here, not just now but since the beginning of my stay here. I always say I come to work with a smile and that is very important to me. Andoni Iraola is considering signing a new deal at Bournemouth beyond the end of the season 'I have a great relationship not only with the players but with the club, with the staff. Everyone is very helpful. I'm really happy. 'The other is a matter of talking to the club. Sooner or later we will have to make a decision, yes. ' Bournemouth were considered in a relegation battle in early January but their form has improved, despite the sale of key forward Antoine Semenyo, with a nine-game unbeaten run leaving them ninth in the Premier League and eight points off Liverpool in fifth, keeping hopes of European qualification alive.
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