Coach Andoni Iraola is said to be keen on succeeding Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, viewing it as a once-in-a-lifetime chance to manage the Red Devils during a turbulent period.
The future of coach Ruben Amorim at Manchester United is under serious doubt following a series of poor results. British media suggest the Red Devils may soon look for a replacement, with Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola emerging as a leading candidate.
According to TEAMtalk sources, Iraola considers the head coach position at Old Trafford a “dream opportunity” and is ready to reject Bournemouth’s contract extension offer to pursue this ambition. The Spanish tactician has impressed since arriving in the Premier League with his modern, disciplined, and effective style.
Iraola is compared by experts to Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta due to his creative coaching style, focusing on ball control and high pressing. This makes him a strong contender for Manchester United, a club struggling to regain its identity.
Meanwhile, Ruben Amorim, who previously made waves at Sporting Lisbon, is struggling to adapt to the Premier League environment. His lack of experience managing a major English club is putting the Portuguese coach under considerable pressure.
However, Iraola is not the only candidate. Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner is also emerging as a strong option. The Austrian coach led Palace to an FA Cup victory last season, a Community Shield win this season, and currently holds an 18-match unbeaten streak. These impressive achievements make Glasner a top contender.
Additionally, some fans still hope for bigger names like Gareth Southgate or Eddie Howe (Newcastle). However, whether Manchester United will actually bring Iraola to Old Trafford depends on upcoming results and the final decision from the club’s management.
Clearly, the hot seat at Old Trafford has become the focal point of European football. The question remains: will Iraola be the one to bring change to the Red Devils, or will another candidate be chosen to start a new era?