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Returns to bench Dunk (calf) is on the bench for Thursday's trip to Ipswich.

Impact Dunk was deemed probable earlier in the week, and now as expected he's back on the bench. The defender is a rock-solid piece of the backline, though as for all center-backs he doesn't offer a whole lot going forward. Brighton have leaned heavily on Dunk whenever he's available.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Ipswich Town game Dunk (calf) is probable to feature in Thursday's clash Ipswich Town, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference. "I think Lewis will be back, he will train today (Tuesday)....

Impact Dunk missed Brighton's last two matches due to a calf injury. However, coach Hurzeler is optimistic about his availability for Thursday's match against Ipswich Town. Dunk has been a key contributor this season in the EPL, recording 43 clearances, 13 blocks, and helping secure three clean sheets in 15 appearances. If he is unable to start, Adam Webster is expected to take his place in central defense.

JANUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf issue Dunk missed Saturday's draw against Arsenal due to a slight calf issue, according to Derren Howard of Sussex World.

Impact The Seagulls didn't have their star center-back for the matchup against the Gunners, though the club confirmed the issue isn't a major one. This means Dunk, who's been a regular at the back for Brighton, could return to the side for the FA Cup clash against Norwich City on Saturday, or in the EPL against Ipswich Town on Thursday, Jan. 16.

JANUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Dunk (calf) is available for Friday's game against Southampton.

Impact Dunk came close to returning in the 2-1 win over Bournemouth last week, and the towering center-back will make his long-awaited return to the side for this game against the Saints. Dunk was coming off eight straight starts before getting injured, and he could see minutes off the bench Friday if the situation calls for it.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option Friday Dunk (calf) is an option for Friday's match against Southampton, accoridng to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Lewis will be an option, he will back in the squad."

Impact Dunk was near a return last week and will make his return when facing the Saints, as he has been cleared for play. This is great news for the club, as he did start in the last eight matches he has been available for. That said, he will likely see the start Friday, unless the club decides tone cautious with his return to play.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to returning Dunk (calf) continues to train and will be a late call for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth. "Lewis has been training. Let's see how the next two days go, but he's close" per manage...

Impact Dunk is still being evaluated on a weekly basis as he approaches his return to the pitch. He has already missed the last three matches due to a calf injury, and is hopeful that he can return in the clash with the Cherries. In the meantime, Jan Paul van Hecke continues to start at center back alongside Igor for the Seagulls.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late fitness test for Saturday Dunk (calf) will be a "wait and see" situation ahead of Saturday's match versus Manchester City, reports Andy Naylor of The Athletic FC.

Impact It looks like Dunk will be a late fitness test for Saturday after missing the last two matches with a calf injury. He has been a late call for the Liverpool clash as well, though was given an extra week to work on his fitness. If the defender is ruled out again, Jan Paul van Hecke will get another call to start in the back line with Igor.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be evaluated after training Dunk (calf) is set to be reassessed after Thursday's training to determine his availability for Saturday's trip to Liverpool, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "We have to see...

Impact Dunk had to sit out Saturday after picking up a late calf injury. He is inching closer to a return to the pitch, though will have to be reassessed Thursday see if he is fit to make the trip to Liverpool. The defender had started the last eight games prior, recording 19 clearances while making five blocks with two clean sheets in that span.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt "small" issue Dunk (calf) suffered a "small muscle" injury and is day-to-day, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "He has a small muscle issue, not that big. He's a great healer. We have to go...

Impact Dunk has been handed a small injury following the scans on his calf, with the defender currently going day by day in his recovery program. That said, he is questionable for Wednesday's Cup match against Arsenal, with his availability coming down to a fitness test. He has been a regular starter, so he will hope to see the start if fit, although the club may choose to be cautious and leave him on the bench. His likely replacement would be Igor.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for scan on calf Dunk is set for scans on his calf following his exit from warm-ups Saturday, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Andy Naylor of the Athletic.

Impact Dunk will hope for the best as he heads in for scans, with a scary scene taking place for the defender after being stretchered off during warm-ups. It appears the issues are within his calf, although not much more will be known until after his scans. He has started in all eight matches he has been available for, sot this is a significant loss, with Igor as his likely replacement moving forward.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched in warm ups Dunk was scratched in the warm up to Saturday's match against Wolves.

Impact Dunk was in the initial XI, but was replaced by Igor after the warm up to the match. The extent of Dunk's injury should be revealed following the match.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ever-present in starting lineup Dunk has started each of Brighton's seven Premier League matches so far in 2024-25, racking up 14 clearances, seven interceptions and four blocked shots.

Impact Dunk's statistical output has been poor so far, as he's averaging just 2.0 clearances and 1.0 interceptions per game. He's played every minute in all but one of his appearances, however, so it's safe to say the knee injury that was bothering him in the summer is no longer an issue.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 72 minutes, trains individually Dunk (knee) was limited to individual training Thursday despite playing 73 minutes in Monday's friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to Callum Davis of The Athletic.

Impact Dunk continues to nurse his knee injury, leaving doubt as to if the defender will be included in England's 26-man squad for Euro 2024. He will have one more chance to recover and earn his spot in the team, as they have one more friendly against Iceland on Friday before the final roster has to be announced. He will hope to shake off the concerns, as he is likely set for a decent role if fit, especially with fellow defender Harry Maguire dropping out due to injury.

JUNE 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Dunk (knee) is out for Sunday's clash with Manchester United, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi."Lewis Dunk is not available. I don't think it's a big problem, which is good ne...

Impact Dunk being sidelined with a knee injury isn't a great end to the season, but the fact it's not expected to be serious is obviously the best outcome. The defender finishes the season with 33 appearances, all starts, while scoring three times and adding an assist. He also played nearly 3,00 minutes for the seventh Premier League season in a row.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for scans Dunk is set for further scans on his knee, leaving him questionable for Sunday's match versus Manchester United. According to manager Roberto De Zerbi, "I don't know if he can be a...

Impact Dunk's status to return for the final match of the season remains questionable until the results of his scans are revealed. He had been on a long run of games, having starting the last 27 games in a row, logging in three goals and one assists with 68 clearances, 25 tackles and 26 blocks in that span. If the defender is indeed ruled out, then Igor will likely take the start at center back alongside Adam Webster, who had started the last four contests at left back, meaning that Valentin Barco will likely be an option for that outside back position against United.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off at half Dunk was brought off at halftime during Wednesday's clash with Chelsea.

Impact Dunk was struggling with a muscular issue during the first half but played through until halftime. In the end it seems he wasn't able to play through the issue. Somewhat surprisingly Valentin Barco came on to replace Dunk, a far more attacking option.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads defensive line in win Dunk made one tackle, four clearances and one interceptions while helping his team to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Dunk didn't have his usual numbers at the heart of the defense but still prevailed against opposing forwards, being one of the biggest reasons why his side shut the opposition down. With 16 clearances over the last four starts, the center-back will try to keep up with his strong play during the three remaining games of the campaign.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Huge defensive contribution in loss Dunk registered one cross (not accurate) and two tackles in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Dunk put in a yeoman's performance marshaling Brighton's defense Sunday. The Seagull's captain recorded six clearances, three blocks, two interceptions and two tackles. Unfortunately he was not well supported by his defensive colleagues which led to the Seagulls conceding three goals. It has been four matches since his last clean sheet.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags equalizer versus Brighton Dunk scored a goal off three shots (two on target), created two chances and made two clearances during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Everton.

Impact Dunk didn't have one of his best defensive performances here but more than made up for that on the attacking end, always finding a way to threaten on aerial plays and using his head to score a dramatic equalizer off a cross from the right deep into second half's stoppage time. That's now two goals and an assist over the last four starts for the captain so opponents should better watch him closely during upcoming matches.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Dunk's header puts Brighton level against Everton | Premier League

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Records assist Dunk assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 win versus Sheffield United.

Impact Dunk recorded his first assist on the season and his first since the 2019/20 campaign. He's recorded a goal and an assist in the last five matches, logging in eight clearances, five interceptions, four tackles and four chances created in that span.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets second goal of season Dunk scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace.

Impact Dunk was active on the attacking side of the ball, while he also completed a whopping 144 passes in the match. This marked the fourth time in his last seven outings that Dunk recorded at least 100 passes. He also accounted for more than one chance created for the second time in 19 appearances on the season.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Dunk heads Brighton ahead of Crystal Palace | Premier League

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • YOUTUBE

No longer suspended Dunk is an option for the club's Jan. 22 match against Wolves after serving a one-match suspension against West Ham.

Impact Dunk is no longer suspended, having served his one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation against West Ham. The defender has started in all but five matches this season, so he should be expected to make the starting XI against Wolves. He has been decent this season, notching 14 tackles, 14 interceptions and 37 clearances to go along with his one goal in 16 Premier League starts this season.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for ban Dunk was shown a yellow card during Thursday's 4-2 win over Tottenham and will now be banned for Tuesday's trip to West Ham.

Impact Dunk picked up a fifth yellow card during Thursday's clash and is set for a one-match ban. The defender is a tough piece to replace, though Igor is a likely option to come into the starting XI and take over as the left-sided center-back.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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