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Bournemouth tempt needed stars to stick with bling seashore shack sweetener

AFC Bournemouth are enjoying their best season ever in the Premier League under the transformative leadership of Andoni Iraola who, as a result, will be as in demand from big clubs as his players this summer

Andoni Iraola
Andoni Iraola won’t find beach huts quite like those on the south coast, back in Spain(Image: AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

Bournemouth aim to keep suitors at bay by shelling out on a row of swanky beach huts for their stars.

Boss Andoni Iraola (left) has been linked with Spurs, while Milos Kerkez, Dean Huijsen and Antoine Semenyo are all being eyed up by Prem rivals.

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But the Cherries think they are onto a shore winner by buttering them all up with a luxury Dorset seaside shack of their own.

ONLY joking folks… our Bournemouth story on the back page is a load of old tosh. Happy April Fool’s Day!

You can, however, take the below Cherries news seriously – after all, we did first report on it last week.

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 22: Milos Kerkez of Bournemouth during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Vitality Stadium on February 22, 2025 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)
Milos Kerkez has been linked to Liverpool but could he really say no to his own spot on the sand?(Image: Robin Jones – AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

Bournemouth star Dean Huijsen has had to deny that he smokes weed in a bizarre interview.

The defender spoke on a podcast with influencer Papa Pincus during the international break, and he was asked about his use of marajuana as he always looks ‘relaxed’ on the pitch.

The host asked: “It really seems to me like you are pretty medicated on weed. Do you smoke weed?”

Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen playing against Tottenham
Dean Huijsen had a bizarre interview last week(Image: Getty Images)

The 19-year-old laughed but then said he had ‘sleepy eyes’.

He said: “Basically, for everyone watching, I have sleepy eyes. I have it from my mum because my mum has sleepy eyes. I’m not high. I’m sorry, I’m not high. We’re not allowed to take weed, it’s doping control. I’m not high. It’s how I was born. I can’t do anything about it.”

And as for Bournemouth’s beaches? Well…

While UK seaside towns may be past their former glory, there are lots of staycation spots that are still great for a weekend away. Some beaches on our island have even been compared to the glamorous Maldives while beach towns have been said to rival Turkey.

A view of beach huts
Enough of a draw to renew contracts?(Image: No credit)

Brits looking to make the most of our beaches this year, especially if we benefit from a scorching heatwave, will want to know where all the best beaches are.

Bournemouth’s popular main beach has been one of the country’s favourite days out since the Victorian era, and is still much loved today. The beach features the historic Bournemouth Pier constructed in 1880, keeping the Victorian seaside charm alive and there’s a large expanse of sand for enjoying a lie down, games or even a cheeky fish and chips.

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During the summer months the beach can be extremely busy, so arrive early to secure a spot. Bournemouth beach has year round dog friendly zones so you can take your pooch along with you too.