New Bournemouth boss Jason Tindall revealed he was pestered to take the job by his 10-year-old son.

Tindall, who is targeting an immediate Premier League return for the Cherries following relegation, was away on holiday when he he learned long-serving predecessor Eddie Howe was leaving.

The 42-year-old subsequently discussed the situation with his wife, conversations that were picked up on by persistent son Levi, a member of the club's youth team.

"It was a week that I certainly wasn't expecting going into the holiday," said Tindall.

"When you've been in the hotseat for as long as Ed and the pressure that comes with, at some stage it takes its toll.

"Ed then made a personal decision that now was the right time to step away and no doubt spend some quality time with his family.

"Knowing the love Ed has for the game, I don't think he will ever turn his back on the game."

Tindall's only previous managerial role came at non-league club Weymouth between 2007 and 2008.

He added: "I've been standing side by side to Ed for 12 years now and if I'm not ready for this job now then I don't think I will ever be ready."