CHERRIES have announced plans to host Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace during pre-season friendlies at Dean Court.

Sean O'Driscoll's side will entertain the Eagles on Wednesday, July 17 and Spurs on Thursday, July 25 (both 7.45pm kick-off).

Cherries are also due to meet Manchester United in Mel Machin's testimonial and although no date has been set for the fixture, it is understood to have been pencilled in for Saturday, July 27 (3pm).

Spurs should have several players who are expected to go to this summer's World Cup - such as Christian Ziege and Teddy Sheringham - while the Cherries official website reports that "Bournemouth fans will also be keen to see players like Les Ferdinand, Gustavo Poyet and Darren Anderton".

Cherries, who are also believed to be considering entertaining newly-promoted Brighton, are also expected to play local non-league outfits Lymington & New Milton, Salisbury, Dorchester and Hamworthy Recreation.

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