Latest News About Iraola’s linked with Athletic back this year

Iraola remains a Spanish coach and ex-player, noted for managing Mirandés and Rayo Vallecano in Spain before taking the AFC Bournemouth job in 2023, where he set club points records in his first season. During 2026, talk of a return to Athletic Club emerged, 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 approaches expiry, with indications he is weighing his future decisions. Athletic Bilbao have begun the search for their next manager, following confirmation of Ernesto Valverde's departure, and Iraola’s name remains in consideration. MU), Tottenham and Crystal Palace have all been linked with Andoni Iraola in recent weeks. The Bournemouth manager has yet to sign a new contract, as transfer chatter continues.