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Scott Parker: New Bournemouth manager enticed by vision of club

Scott Parker says more long-term planning was a major factor in his decision to become Bournemouth's new manager.

The 40-year-old left Fulham following their relegation from the Premier League to join their Championship rivals on a three-year deal last month.

"At this moment in my career, what's important is to be around a football club that has a vision," said Parker.

"There's a long-term goal here that fits to where I needed to be."

After seeing their five-year spell in the top flight end in 2020, Bournemouth finished sixth in the second tier last season.