Bournemouth has confirmed the departure of Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper to Liverpool, with the Cherries receiving compensation for their exits. The duo joins former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola at the Merseyside club.

What happened?

Elphick and Cooper played important roles in Iraola's backroom staff during his three years at Bournemouth. Elphick made 145 appearances for the Cherries as a player, while Cooper played 240 times.

Why it matters for Bournemouth

Their departures come as Bournemouth prepares for the new season, currently sitting 6th in the Premier League with 57 points, 28 points behind leaders Arsenal, and having recently drawn 1-1 with Nottingham Forest on May 24, 2026. The Cherries are unbeaten in their last 5 games, with a recent form of 1W-4D-0L.

What comes next?

Bournemouth is actively recruiting replacements for Elphick and Cooper, hoping to have them in place by the return of the squad on July 11. The team has scored 58 goals this season, with a goal difference of +4, and will look to build on this momentum in the upcoming season. Andoni Iraola's move to Liverpool has led to a series of changes, with Bournemouth adapting to the new landscape. Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper's experience will be valuable assets to Liverpool, while Bournemouth focuses on finding suitable replacements.