WES BURNS NEWS

Undergoes successful surgery Burns underwent successful surgery on his torn ACL, according to manager Kieran McKenna. "There wasn't too much damage to the other parts of the knee, so it was as positive as it c...

Impact Burns faces a long road to recovery and once he's back, it's looking like it'll be in the Championship. He didn't have the brightest of seasons with no goals and one assist from 18 appearances (12 starts), but as long as he recovers well following surgery, he's expected to be a key piece in the squad for the upcoming season, assuming it's in a division lower.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Tears ACL Burns is out for the season due to a torn ACL, according to his club.

Impact Burns has met an unfortunate conclusion after being stretched off the field in the club's last contest, as the attacker will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL. This will be a brutal blow for the club, as he has started in 12 of his 18 appearances while notching an assist, having taken over much of the duty on the right flank. This will leave him out for the rest of the season, which means his time in the Premier League is likely ending for now, with Ipswich set to be relegated this campaign. This will force a change, with Samuel Szmodics, Julio Enciso, Jack Clarke and Nathan Broadhead likley see more time due to the absence of Burns.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Set for scan, serious injury feared Burns (knee) is on crutches, set for a scan and is feared to have suffered a serious injury, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of the East Anglian Daily Times....

Impact Burns could be facing a long absence after suffering a knee injury Saturday, as the club fears the injury is serious. They have reported it is a movement and not an impact injury, with his knee very swollen and the player currently using crutches. He will now go in for scans hoping for good news, although it doesn't appear that's what he will receive.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Stretchered off field Burns was forced off the field in the 26th minute of Saturday's match against Liverpool due to an apparent knee injury.

Impact Burns looks to possibly be dealing with a serious injury after exiting Saturday's match early, as he would have to be stretchered off the field due to the injury. The initial views appear to show a knee injury, although that will have to be confirmed by medical staff. He has started in 12 of his 18 appearances this season, so this could be a brutal loss for the club. He was replaced by Ben Johnson.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient in loss Burns had eight crosses in Tuesday's loss to Crystal Palace, but only one was accurate.

Impact It was a rough showing for the midfielder, especially since he only generated one chance on eight crosses. The matchup Sunday against Bournemouth is more favorable, so Burns is worth looking at a potential under-the-radar fantasy play despite this lackluster showing.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in return to starting lineup Burns assisted once to go with six crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact Burns picked up his first Premier League goal involvement, returning to the starting lineup after four games out of his team. He created three chances, which was his most of the season and attempted six crosses, more than anyone else on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against United Burns (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Manchester United.

Impact Burns returns after not featuring during Ipswich's previous match and sitting out international duty with Wales. The attacker has yet to score or assist in eight appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against United Burns (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Manchester United.

Impact Burns returns after not featuring during Ipswich's previous match and sitting out international duty with Wales. The attacker has yet to score or assist in eight appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Burns is dealing with a knock and won't play for Wales during the November international break, the club confirmed Monday.

Impact The striker was called up to the Wales squad for the upcoming matches against Turkey and Iceland, but he will stay with the club while nursing a knock. The expectation is that Burns will be able to recover through this two-week period to be available to face Manchester United on Nov. 24 once the Premier League campaign resumes.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps starting role Burns has started four of the five matches play in the Premier League.

Impact Burns came back from a minor hamstring injury and started against West Ham United before the international break. He played 73 minutes as he is still seeking to score his first Premier League goal. Burns has taken two shots and sent 12 crosses (three accurate) in five appearances, averaging approximately 57 minutes of play per game.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Burns (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Brighton.

Impact Burns is back in the starting XI on Wednesday despite being deemed questionable due to a hamstring issue. The winger being able to slot straight back into the starting XI and training in full is a good sign he's fully fit and ready to go.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after training Burns (hamstring) trained with the group this week, leaving him questionable for Saturday's match against Brighton, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of the Ea...

Impact Burns has seen a massive rise in health, as after not being expected to return until later in the month, he is now an option to be on the team sheet Saturday. However, he has not yet been deemed fully fit, probably seeing a fitness test to decide his availability. He did start in their first match of the season before injury, although he will likely only see a spot on the bench if fit Saturday, taking his return cautiously after a quick return to play.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new deal with Ipswich Burns (hamstring) has signed a two-year contract extension with Ipswich Town, the club announced Monday.

Impact The winger is expected to miss several weeks while rehabbing from a hamstring problem, but that didn't stop the club from signing him to a new deal until the summer of 2026. Burns dazzled with Ipswich in the 2023-24 Championship campaign, recording six goals and four assists across 35 appearances (31 starts) with the team.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for weeks Burns (hamstring) will be out "a number of weeks," according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Alex Jones of East Anglian Daily Times.

Impact Burns scans following his early exit Saturday did not go as planned, with the attacker now set to miss several weeks due to his hamstring issues. This is a tough result for the newly promoted team, as he was a regular starter and registered 10 goal contributions in 35 appearances last campaign. He will now hope for no setbacks and to return by the end of September, with Samuel Szmodics likely taking his spot until he is fit again.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with knock Burns was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Liverpool due to an injury.

Impact Burns left the match in the 57th minute, succumbing to an injury suffered moments early and being replaced by Ben Johnson. Burns' status will be one to watch ahead of next weekend's match at Manchester City.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Burns (undisclosed) played 45 minutes off the bench during Saturday's friendly against Hoffenheim.

Impact Burns came off the bench for the final 45 minutes of Saturday's friendly, getting some time against a top-flight opponent. The forward was struggling with an undisclosed issue coming into the match but appears to be heading towards full fitness. Barring a setback, Burns should be in line to start when the Premier League kicks off

AUGUST 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves field with knock Burns was forced off the field in the 31st minute of Saturday's friendly due to an injury.

Impact Burns was forced off Saturday due to injury but luckily for the player, it appears to only be a minor issue and a knock. He did start in 3q of his 35 appearances for the club last season and is set to see a bigger role again, so this will be something to monitor heading into the new season. However, if it is only a knock, he should have ample time to recover before they face Liverpool on Aug. 17.

JULY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE