Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has labelled Nottingham Forest’ s away form as “ridiculous” ahead of Saturday’s clash between this season’s surprise packages.

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola spoke at his latest press conference as he prepares to face Nottingham Forest.

There wasn't much positive team news from Iraola, who still has eight players ruled out through injury: "Marcus Tavernier is the only player who has started training with the group but I don't know if we are going to have him tomorrow. We will have to decide."

Andoni Iraola praised his AFC Bournemouth side for their relentless approach as they pushed to eventually smash Nottingham Forest 5-0 on Saturday.

Andoni Iraola has been tipped to strike when the opportunity to leave Bournemouth for a top side arrives imminently.

Tottenham would love to speak to Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola should they look to replace Ange Postecoglou.

Nuno Espirito Santo bemoaned Nottingham Forest's inability to defend against Bournemouth's five-star attack, suggesting his team looked fragile after an impressive recent run of form

Bournemouth's current squad is a tribute to the recruitment team, including former sporting director Richard Hughes, who is now at Liverpool, and his long-time assistant Simon Francis, who has carried on the good work after taking over.

Nottingham Forest have grabbed most of the limelight as the Premier League's big over-achievers this season but Bournemouth's rise to top-four contenders is equally remarkable.

Liverpool takes on Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth side at the weekend. The Spaniard has made an admission ahead of that potentially crucial Premier League encounter.

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola heaped praise on Justin Kluivert after their 5-1 thrashing of Nottingham Forest.

Andoni Iraola tells Bournemouth to ‘enjoy today’ after latest memorable victory - Forest were well beaten on the south coast.