Marcelo Bielsa will not become Bournemouth's new manager after talks with the ex-Leeds United boss broke down, according to Football Insider.
The Argentine had been linked with a shock move to the South Coast after being sacked by Leeds in February, but it now appears that he will not make be making a swift return to English football.
Having developed a superb relationship with supporters whilst guiding the Whites to a long-awaited Premier League return in 2020, Bielsa will go down as one of Elland Road's favourite-ever bosses.
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Upon returning to the top-flight, Bielsa oversaw an impressive ninth-placed finish, the club's highest placing since the 2001/2002 campaign under David O'Leary.
Amid dreadful defensive displays and fears of relegation, his tenure came to an emotional end following a 4-0 hammering by Tottenham Hotspur. The 67-year-old's time in Yorkshire was the longest he had ever spent at a club.
Subsequently, it will come as little surprise if Leeds supporters take satisfaction in learning that he will not be managing another English team.
Reports state that Bournemouth made Bielsa their preferred target after sacking Scott Parker and had gone as far as offering him the job. Renowned as a tough negotiator, however, it appears both parties have failed to reach an agreement.
The Cherries are now said to be on the verge of appointing caretaker boss Gary O'Neill as their new permanent manager.
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