English Premier League side, Bournemouth has appointed interim manager Gary O’Neil as their new permanent head coach after the sacking of Scott Parker as few months ago....CONTINUE READING
The Cherries were linked with former Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa, but they opted for the Gary O’Neil after having a good run while taking the job on interim basis.
Bournemouth released an official statement on their website to confirm the appointment of Gary O’Neil as their permanent manager.
“AFC Bournemouth are delighted to announce the appointment of Gary O’Neil as the club’s new head coach,” the club confirmed.
“O’Neil has agreed terms on an initial one-and-a-half year contract which has the provision to be extended for a further 12 months.
The 39-year-old joined the Cherries as first-team coach in February 2021 and was a member of the coaching staff as the Cherries regained a place in the Premier League after being promoted from the Championship last season.
He took charge of 12 games on an interim basis at the end of August and helped steady the ship following three defeats.
“O’Neil began his tenure by presiding over a six-match unbeaten run in the top flight and was nominated for the Premier League manager-of-the-month award in September.
He was at the helm as the Cherries collected thirteen points from wins over Nottingham Forest, Leicester City and Everton together with draws against Wolves, Newcastle, Brentford and Fulham.
“O’Neil’s permanent appointment follows emphatic back-to-back victories over Everton in the Carabao Cup and Premier League at the start of this month.”
