Tommy Elphick turns down Bristol City managerial role to assess options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:18 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Bournemouth assistant manager Tommy Elphick has declined the opportunity to become Bristol City's new boss, a move labeled as "bold and brave" by former teammate Matt Tubbs. Elphick's decision comes after the departure of Andoni Iraola from the Cherries, as he looks to evaluate his long-term aspirations in management. Tubbs indicated that while Bristol City would have been a fitting first role for Elphick, staying with Bournemouth could yield successful prospects, including potentially guiding the team to European football next season. Elphick's strong reputation at the club as a former captain contributes to the respect he commands among current players.
- •Tommy Elphick is currently the assistant manager at Bournemouth.
- •Elphick previously played for Bournemouth from 2012 to 2016.
- •Matt Tubbs supports Elphick's decision, calling it a significant statement.
- •Bournemouth players reportedly hold Elphick in high regard.
- •The Cherries have the prospect of European football next season.
- 10:18 AMYahoo Sports — 'Elphick has one of the strongest hands going' - Tubbs
"Bournemouth assistant manager Tommy Elphick's decision to turn down the opportunity to become Bristol City boss was "bold and brave", says former Cherries forward Matt Tubbs. The 38-year-old, who played for Bournemouth between 2012 and 2016, rejected what would have been his first role in senior management to assess his long-term options following the departure of Andoni Iraola. "I can see both sides of it," former team-mate Tubbs told BBC Radio Solent.
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