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Solid midfield performance in draw Cook registered five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.

Impact Cook played in his usual role Saturday, controlling the center of midfield. He is usually partnered with Ryan Christie but it was Alex Scott who started with him to his right. He was the Cherries key playmaker trying to build opportunities from corners and crossing. The 27-year-old always puts in a solid shift but his contributions tend to be helping defense when required and initiating plays that indirectly lead to goals. Subsequently he creates few assists and goal shooting attempts himself. He was subbed after 84 minutes.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs four-year extension Cook signed a four-year extension, Bournemouth announced Thursday.

Impact Cook is set for four more years in Bournemouth after playing a huge role in the 2023/24 campaign. The midfielder should be a mainstay in the midfield for the foreseeable future, as he's topped 28 appearances in each of the last four seasons. The midfielder played a career-high 2,792 minutes in the 2023/24 campaign.

JULY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Important in midfield Cook recorded three assists and kept seven clean sheets in 33 appearances (32 starts) this past season.

Impact Cook had the best season of his career, highlighted by his career-high three assists. He started primarily in defensive midfield, with two starts in central midfield and one match at center-back mixed in. He helped his side keep seven clean sheets and contributed 61 tackles, 65 interceptions, 43 clearances and 11 blocked shots. On the attack he exploded with 132 crosses and 93 corners after recording 45 crosses and 15 corners during the 2022-23 campaign. After establishing himself as a crucial player in midfield, he will likely maintain that role next season.

JUNE 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held quiet by Gunners Cook was shut down with no shots or chances created during a 3-0 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Cook has been a creative option in the first team, though he has just five chances created in the last five matches with no goal contributions. Still Cook retains a role on set pieces and adds plenty of volume defensively giving him a path to relevance in any match.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

10 crosses in win over Everton Cook had three shots (none on goal), 10 crosses (three accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Everton.

Impact Cook was one of Bournemouth's key players Saturday. He executed most of their set pieces and drove their midfield actions alongside Tyler Adams. With two assists from the Cherries last four games, he is demonstrating his impact and often initiates attacks that end in goals being scored.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brace of assists in victory Cook assisted twice and executed two crosses (one accurate) and a corner in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Burnley.

Impact Cook put in an outstanding all-around performance Sunday. He created the assist for Bournemouth's two strikes, both were intelligently played searching passes from midfield. The first found Justin Kluivert and the second was received and finished by Antoine Semenyo. The regular starting midfielder is one of the Cherries most consistent performers, he may not deliver many assists or goals but his contributions across the field have been pivotal to Bournemouth's performances.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strong midfield contribution in draw Cook recorded eight crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest.

Impact Cook put in another strong performance Sunday. The regular starting midfielder has not directly delivered assists or goals, but his contribution from executing corners and in defensive duties has been material to Bournemouth's recent strong form. His corner created the Cherries goal which was completed by Justin Kluivert.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Spurs Cook (groin) is starting Sunday's match against Tottenham in Bournemouth's midfield.

Impact Cook returns from a groin injury which kept him out of Boxing Day action against Fulham. The midfielder partners Ryan Christie in the defensive portion of Bournemouth's midfield.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Looks to return against Spurs Cook (groin) is hoping to return for Sunday's match against Tottenham after missing the last match with an injury, the club announced Friday.

Impact Cook will look to only miss one match with his current injury, as he will look to return against Tottenham after going down with a groin injury against Nottingham Forest. If he does return, expect the midfielder to return to the starting XI, as he has only been left out of that role once this season when available, notching 13 starts this campaign. However, if he does not play again, expect Ryan Christie to get the start in the central defensive midfielder role once again.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Tuesday Cook (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Fulham on Tuesday,

Impact Cook left Saturday's game against Nottingham Forest with an injury, so it's not surprising to see him sidelined given the quick turnaround. There aren't many updates regarding his injury, and his next chance to play will come against Tottenham Hotspur on Dec. 31.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 29 minutes Cook was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest with an injury.

Impact Cook lasted just 29 minutes before succumbing to injury and being replaced by Alex Scott. The midfielder has just three days to recover ahead of a Boxing Day fixture against Fulham.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist in Old Trafford victory Cook created an assist, executed four crosses (two accurate) and took one corner in Saturday's 3-0 win over Manchester United.

Impact Cook played his part in Bournemouth's emphatic victory on Saturday. The midfielder scored strong points in defensive duties (three clearances, one block, six interceptions and two tackles) and was active creating a series of attacking plays one of which led to the cross that Dominic Solanke converted to open Bournemouth's scoring account. He was subbed after 88. This was his first assist of the season.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Cook is available for Bournemouth once again after serving a three-match ban against Manchester City due to a red card.

Impact Cook will be available for selection against Newcastle after serving his three-match suspension due to receiving a red card against Wolves. He should be introduced to the starting XI against Newcastle, as he was the starter in six straight matches before his suspension.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Cook receives straight red card for headbutt against Wolves | Premier League

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Gets sent off Saturday Cook was sent off with a straight red card Saturday against Wolverhampton.

Impact Cook received his marching orders early in the second half, meaning he'll miss Bournemouth's upcoming three competitive matches. The Cherries will certainly miss his presence in the defensive midfield, as this game against the Wolves was his sixth start in a row.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Superb midfield performance in draw Cook placed one shot-on-target and two crosses (none accurate) in Sunday's drawless draw with Chelsea.

Impact Cook put in one of his best performances in a Bournemouth shirt on Sunday. The midfielder was highly effective disrupting Chelsea attacks registering five interceptions, three tackles and two clearances. He is not a regular starter (three appearances with two starts) but this performance may earn him that right for the Cherries next against Brighton.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half in cup Cook played 45 minutes and created two chances during Tuesday's 3-2 EFL Cup win over Swansea.

Impact Cook returned to the pitch with 45 minutes off the bench Tuesday. The midfielder was also able to play 45 minutes off the bench in a Premier League clash with Tottenham. Cook made 28 appearances (18 starts) in 2022-23, but has seen his minutes consistently trend down over the past three Premier League seasons.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Tottenham Cook (hip) is a bench option for Saturday's clash with Tottenham.

Impact Cook makes the game-day squad list for the first time in this campaign despite the previous pessimism of the coach. He'll be eased into action after a tricky injury, but he wasn't a starter in the final months of 2022/2023.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Cook (hip) won't return for Saturday's clash with Tottenham, according to manager Andoni Iraola. "I think he will be able to help us during the week, but I don't expect anyone else...

Impact Cook is the closest of Bournemouth's injured players to a return but won't be back for a Saturday clash with Tottenham. Cook fell out of the starting XI in the back half of 2022-23 and it remains to be seen if he will be a starting option when fit once more.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still not ready for training Cook (hip) did not train with the team this week and will not be an option for Saturday's match against Liverpool. "Lewis Cook we'll look at on a more week-to-week basis, he hasn't...

Impact Cook continues to be sidelined with a hip injury, delaying his season debut even more. He's still expected to return as just a bench option, with Joe Rothwell and Philip Billing the preferred option to start at the defensive midfield for the team.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out via injury Cook missed Saturday's draw with West Ham due to a hip injury, according to manager Andoni Iraola. "I think Lew is more day-to-day. Let's see the evolution. He had some issue in th...

Impact Cook is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Liverpool but still is expected to return before the international break. When fit the midfielder offers a consistent presence off the bench though it's unclear if he'll be able to compete for a spot in the starting XI after struggling in 2022-23.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

A disappointing 2022-23 season 2022-23 season summary: Cook appeared 28 times (18 starts) in the season.

Impact Cook managed to provide two assists but his overall contribution to the Cherries was disappointing, more was expected from the former England U20 world champion captain. He will need to step-up his game next season to retain a regular position in the first squad.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance off bench Cook subbed into Sunday's match against Leeds in the 73rd minute, making a clearance and creating a chance in the 4-1 victory.

Impact Cook is yet to start a Premier League game since returning from a knee injury at the start of March, as he's come off the bench in each of his six appearance since. Joe Rothwell has taken over the starting job alongside Jefferson Lerma in defensive midfield.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active off bench Cook (knee) played 19 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Cook came off the bench for 19 minutes Saturday as he made his way back from a knee injury. The midfielder was sidelined for five matches while he recovered but has been in training for over a week. Cook should be a full go moving forward, though that might be a role on the bench.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Saturday Cook (knee) has been training with Bournemouth and "will join the squad" for Saturday's clash against Arsenal, according to manager Gary O'Neil on Friday.

Impact Cook has returned after missing Bournemouth's last five games with a knee injury he suffered in mid-January. He will hope to see some playing time against Arsenal, even if he may not be able to start yet in midfield.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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