Crystal Palace Pursues Bournemouth Manager Andoni Iraola as Glasner Replacement

Crystal Palace Pursues Bournemouth Manager Andoni Iraola as Glasner Replacement

Crystal Palace are targeting Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola to succeed Oliver Glasner, according to journalist Alan Nixon. The 43-year-old Spaniard is open to leaving the south coast club at season’s end and has deliberately stalled contract negotiations to explore his options.

Iraola has attracted interest from multiple clubs. Athletic Bilbao remain keen, while Tottenham recently appointed Roberto De Zerbi on a five-year deal. Crystal Palace have maintained their interest for months, positioning the manager on their primary shortlist alongside other Premier League-tested candidates including Sean Dyche and Marco Silva.

Iraola’s Track Record and Current Standing

Iraola has delivered tangible results at Bournemouth. He secured 12th and 9th place finishes in his first two seasons and currently pushes Bournemouth toward European qualification, sitting just three points behind Chelsea in sixth place. The club remain hopeful he will sign a fresh contract, though the wait appears indefinite as Iraola carefully weighs his future.

Dyche became available after his departure from Nottingham Forest earlier this year. Silva, who manages Fulham, sees his current contract expire at the season’s close.

Palace’s Alternative Target

Crystal Palace also monitor former Tottenham manager Thomas Frank as a contingency option. The Danish tactician became available following his February dismissal from the north London club after eight months in charge. His previous work at Brentford drives Palace‘s interest, despite his underwhelming tenure at Spurs, where he recorded just 13 wins across 38 matches and managed only 10 league points at home.

Glasner is set to depart Crystal Palace when his contract concludes in June, triggering the urgent search for his replacement. Follow TipsGG for updates on this developing managerial situation.