“They offered him” – Fabrizio Romano provides big update on Chelsea target Andoni Iraola
TL;DR
Chelsea target Andoni Iraola is considering offers from multiple clubs, including Crystal Palace, as he prepares to leave Bournemouth at the end of the season.
Key points
- Andoni Iraola is a target for Chelsea.
- Crystal Palace is also interested in Iraola.
- Iraola will leave Bournemouth at the end of the season.
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“They offered him” – Fabrizio Romano provides big update on Chelsea target Andoni Iraola
Crystal Palace want Chelsea target Andoni Iraola but he’s waiting to see if another club want him according to Fabrizio Romano.
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The Spaniard has confirmed he’ll leave Bournemouth at the end of the season, and he’s attracting interest from a number of clubs.
Iraola is thought to be one of the leading contenders for the Chelsea job, with the Blues once again looking for a new head coach having sacked Liam Rosenior last month.
Crystal Palace put proposal on the table for Andoni Iraola
There’s believed to be seven or eight names under consideration, with Marco Silva and Xabi Alonso also thought to feature high in Chelsea’s thinking at this stage.
David Ornstein believes an appointment will be made early in the summer, and the Blues certainly won’t rush their decision.
Chelsea have reportedly made contact with Iraola’s agent, but it’s believed he’d need some convincing to take the job.
It’s been reported Iraola is very attracted by the sporting project at Crystal Palace, and Romano has now provided an update on his future.
“Iraola still maybe hoping to see if another club wants him, but Crystal Palace are trying to get him; they offered him total transfer market control and put a proposal on the table,” he told his YouTube channel.
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Q&A
What clubs are interested in Andoni Iraola?
Andoni Iraola is attracting interest from several clubs, notably Chelsea and Crystal Palace.
When will Andoni Iraola leave Bournemouth?
Andoni Iraola has confirmed that he will leave Bournemouth at the end of the current season.
What did Fabrizio Romano say about Andoni Iraola's situation?
Fabrizio Romano reported that Andoni Iraola has received offers and is waiting to see if another club will make a move for him.