CHERRY PICKS

Bournemouth release 14 players and make decision on Chelsea’s Kepa Arrizabalaga in end of season retained list

BOURNEMOUTH have announced FOURTEEN players are out on the South Coast.

Andoni Iraola masterminded an unlikely push for the European places last term.

And much of Bournemouth’s success was built on a strong defensive foundation.

The Cherries achieved their best-ever defensive record in the top flight, conceding just 46 goals.

On-loan keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga proved a hit after signing for the season from Chelsea.

Kepa, 30, has now returned to his parent club after keeping 8 Prem clean sheets.

But he might not be in West London for long, with Arsenal reportedly close to sealing a move for the Spaniard.

Kepa has just 12 months left on his contract with Chelsea, having made 35 appearances at Bournemouth in all competitions.

The Gunners are ready to activate his £5m release clause.