Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has signed a new contract, extending his stay at the Premier League club until at least the end of the 2025/26 season.

When the 41-year-old Spaniard joined the south coast club in June of last year, he signed a two-year contract from Rayo Vallecano.

With one game left in the English top flight, Bournemouth, who have amassed their highest-ever Premier League point total this season, are ranked eleventh.

“I’m delighted to sign the agreement. Iraola stated on Monday, “For me, it’s about both sides regaining confidence.

“We have had a good experience with our first season together in the Premier League, and I am happy that both sides want to continue the relationship further.

“I’m proud that we achieved the points record. We are playing in a difficult competition, with very good opposition. The season started slowly, but I think we improved a lot and are playing in the right way.

Bournemouth owner and chairman Bill Foley said, “Andoni has made a huge impact since arriving at the club and we are thrilled to agree to this extension.

“We have achieved a club-record points tally in the Premier League thanks to a series of excellent performances and results from the team.”

With 48 points, AFC Bournemouth is ranked 11th out of 20 teams in the standings.

On May 19, the team will play Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the final game of the season.

AFP