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Simon Francis believes manager Eddie Howe can turn Bournemouth into contenders for Europe

Bournemouth captain Simon Francis believes Eddie Howe can transform the Cherries into unlikely European contenders next season.

The south coast side need a win at Leicester on Sunday to secure a place in the top ten, but will finish in the highest position in the club's history regardless of the result.

Defender Francis, a mainstay of Bournemouth's amazing rise from League One into the top-flight, said: 'I think we can compete with a lot of teams in mid-table, and above, to sign players now.

Simon Francis believes under Eddie Howe next season Bournemouth can challenge for Europe
Simon Francis believes under Eddie Howe next season Bournemouth can challenge for Europe

'Especially with the exciting football we play.