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Signs new contract Brooks has signed a new contract with Bournemouth until the end of the 2028/29 season, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Brooks has opened the 2025/26 season in a starting role for the Cherries, and the club has rewarded him with a new deal on the back of some strong performances. One of the most long-tenured players in the squad, Brooks will remain under contract at the Vitality Stadium for the foreseeable future. He's started the three EPL outings so far in 2025/26, racking up one assist, nine shots, six chances created, 12 crosses and six corners from his midfield role.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Woodwork strike in sharp performance Brooks registered four shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Brooks came close to getting onto the scoresheet Saturday after striking the bar in Bournemouth's 1-0 win at Tottenham. He also placed two shots on target and executed four crosses (one accurate). He was subbed after 64 minutes. The Welsh international continues to be a consistent creative presence, he will inevitably be a regular provider of assists and scorer of goals this season if his current form continues.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Outstanding midfield showing in win Brooks generated three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 win over Wolverhampton.

Impact Brooks posted an outstanding midfield performance Saturday. He was a constant creative spark on the right flank, and even though he didn't directly register a key pass or assist his influence in creating opportunities was evident. The Welshman is positioning himself as one of the Cherries most potent crossers and developer of goal scoring chances. It will not be long before we see him regularly register goals and assists.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

David Brooks interview: 'With chemo, you are being poisoned – it deconditions you as a footballer' The Bournemouth and Wales midfielder speaks to The Athletic about his recovery from cancer, working under Iraola and his World Cup dreams

AUGUST 20, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

Assist in loss at Anfield Brooks assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Friday's 4-2 defeat against Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Brooks delivered a standout performance Friday. He had two shots blocked and created the assist for Bournemouth's opening goal scored by Antoine Semenyo. His vision and effectiveness in the final third were standout traits in what was otherwise a heartbreaking reversal for the Cherries. He was subbed after 84 minutes. Expect him to be a key creative force for Bournemouth as the season progresses.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Semenyo's tap-in brings Bournemouth within one v. Liverpool | Premier League

AUGUST 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Ref Watch: David Brooks grabbed Marc Cucurella's shirt, not his hair, in Chelsea's draw with Bournemouth, says Dermot Gallagher Ex-Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher assesses the controversial moments from the midweek action, including incidents from Chelseas dra...

JANUARY 16, 2025 • SKY.COM

Ref Watch: Why David Brooks received yellow card for Marc Cucurella pull Dermot Gallagher gives greater insight into why Bournemouths David Brooks received a yellow card for pulling Marc Cucurella following a VAR...

JANUARY 16, 2025 • SKY.COM

Ref Watch LIVE! Dermot Gallagher verdict on Marc Cucurella incident with David Brooks and Arsenal corner against Spurs Former top-flight referee Dermot Gallagher gives his verdict on this weeks controversial decisions in the Premier League.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • SKY.COM

Positive contributions in draw Brooks registered one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 2-2 draw versus Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute...

Impact Brooks made positive contributions to the Bournemouth team effort Tuesday but did not manage to create an assist or find the net, he was subbed after 83 minutes. The Welsh international was busy all over the field executing two clearances, a block and an interception, engaging in eight duels (winning four), placing two crosses (one accurate) and a shot on target. He is currently in good form with two assists and a goal from the Cherries previous two matches.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

'It's a red' - Enzo Maresca slams historic VAR decision during Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth Enzo Maresca has criticised referee Rob Jones for his role in a VAR check which saw David Brooks remain on the pitch in Chelsea's 2-2 draw w...

JANUARY 15, 2025 • SI.COM

David Brooks buries a SCREAMER for Bournemouth 🔥

JANUARY 4, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Super sub bags match winner Brooks scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (not accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Everton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 93r...

Impact Brooks took to the field Saturday after 71 minutes for Dango Ouattara. The Welsh international makes an appearance in most games from the bench to bring fresh attacking energy to the Cherries. The strategy worked; he engaged in three duels, winning two of them, scored the game's only goal and placed another attempt off target. From 13 appearances (two starts) this was his second strike.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

David Brooks volleys Bournemouth in front of Everton | Premier League

JANUARY 4, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Delivers late strike in loss Brooks scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Brighton.

Impact Brooks came on after 75 minutes for Justin Kluivert to inject fresh attacking energy into the Cherries attack. He was a live wire on the field, producing a goal in the dying minutes of the game from his only shot on target. He also placed an effort that went wide. The Welsh international has not started this season but is usually brought on later in games, this was his first goal of the season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

David Brooks pulls one back for Bournemouth against Brighton | Premier League

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Stuck in reserve role Brooks has purely been used as an option off the bench for Bournemouth this season.

Impact Brooks hasn't seen much action for the Cherries this season, as he has only appeared off the bench or gone unused this campaign, still having yet to earn a start. In total, he has only appeared for 44 minutes across four contests. He will likely continue in a lesser role, only starting in two of his 13 appearances last campaign.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Saturday Brooks (shoulder) earned a spot on the bench in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Everton.

Impact Brooks missed the first two matches of the season as he nursed a shoulder injury. However, after training last week, he was expected to return, and that has come to fruition with him earning a spot on the bench to face Everton. He did go unused, although this is still great news, as he is likely to remain in a rotational to reserve role either way, only starting in two of his 13 appearances last campaign.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Brooks (shoulder) returned to training Thursday, according to manager Andoni Iraola.

Impact Brooks got back on the training ground Thursday, but still isn't expected to be available for Saturday's trip to Everton. The midfielder could be in line for a return directly after the international break, though he's only likely to be a bench option when fit.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes shoulder operation Brooks is set to miss the beginning of the season after receiving treatment on his shoulder, according to Simon Stone of the BBC.

Impact Brooks will start the new season sidelined, with the midfielder still having yet to recover from the shoulder surgery he received while on loan with Southampton last campaign. He wasn't expected to be a starter, so this isn't the biggest loss. However, they will still hope for a speedy recovery to keep depth around the team. His return date is unknown, but he is likely to return around a month into the season.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Bournemouth Brooks has returned from his loan spell with Southampton to Bournemouth.

Impact Brooks is back with his parent club, set to complete the 2024/25 campaign with Bournemouth, as there is no current deal for the midfielder to move again at the moment. He started in 13 of his 20 appearances while with Southampton, notching two goals on 23 shots and six assists on 26 chances created. He will likely continue to receive time with his parent club, with a rotational role most probable.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First assist in victory over Fulham Brooks created an assist and placed an on goal effort in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Fulham.

Impact Brooks came on from the bench after 88 for Marcus Tavernier. The talented Welsh international managed an on-goal effort and in his nine minutes on the field assisted the Cherries third and final goal. Brooks has been used from the bench this season, from 11 appearances he has made just one start but he is always impactful. He has scored once and this was his first assist.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Latvia 0-2 Wales: Aaron Ramsey and David Brooks keep Wales in hunt for Euro 2024 qualification Report as Aaron Ramsey and a late David Brooks goal keep Wales Euro 2024 qualification hopes alive in Group D with three games to play; Wale...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • SKY.COM

First EPL strike of the season Brooks placed two shots, scoring with his one on-target effort, in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Brentford.

Impact Brooks came off the bench after 60 for Antoine Semenyo to inject fresh energy and pace into the last half hour of the match. He was lively and dangerous on the ball. The Welsh international scored with a tap-in following a pass from Marcus Tavernier. He is in sharp form having also scored during the week in the Cherries Carabao Cup tie with Swansea.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Brooks gives Bournemouth a late 2-1 lead against Brentford | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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