JOE ROTHWELL NEWS

Returns from loan Rothwell returned to Bournemouth from his loan to Southampton.

Impact Rothwell scored a career-high four goals despite playing just 443 minutes for Southampton in the Championship. The midfielder now returns to Bournemouth with eyes on playing some sort of depth midfield role, or making a more permanent swap elsewhere.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive work rate in draw Rothwell fired a shot (not on-target), placed seven crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against West Ham United.

Impact Rothwell was a "live wire" in the Cherries midfield on Saturday. He was all over the field moving with pace and harrowing the Hammers midfield. New Cherries manager, Andoni Iraola, has injected a more urgent pace into his team's play, Rothwell will be a pivotal contributor to that style this season which should lead to assists in coming matches.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Rothwell (undisclosed) came off the bench during the final 13 minutes of Tuesday's friendly.

Impact Rothwell played the final 13 minutes of the friendly returning to the bench early in pre-season. Rothwell was limited by injury but appeared on track for a significant starting role when fit. Heading into 2023-24 Rothwell should be a major piece of the starting XI once more.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Rothwell (undisclosed) is back in team training, Bournemouth announced Thursday.

Impact Rothwell returned to team training after a month of individual rehab. The midfielder missed the final two matches of the Premier League but seems to be on track for a full pre-season return. When fit Rothwell started 11 of 12 matches and was a consistent contributor.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 12 starts this season Rothwell (undisclosed) started 12 of his 20 appearances for Bournemouth this season before missing the last two matches of the campaign.

Impact Rothwell entered the season dealing with an injury and served as primarily a bench option until March. From that point forward, the midfielder started 11 of 12 matches in which he generated one assist, 22 crosses (even accurate) and 17 corners. If he keeps his place in the starting XI next season, he could have a prominent role on corners and freekicks.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Rothwell (undisclosed) is not in Bournemouth's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Everton.

Impact Rothwell ends his first season in the Premier League with one assist and two clean sheets in 20 appearances (12 starts) in defensive midfield. The 28-year-old missed the first few months of the campaign with a quad injury but finally became a regular feature in the XI at the start of March.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt against Toffees Rothwell, who missed out versus Manchester United on Saturday, is dealing with an undisclosed injury that could keep him out of Sunday's matchup with Everton. Manager Gary O'Neil t...

Impact Rothwell had started seven straight before being sidelined against Man United. If the midfielder is cleared to play, he should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI where he could offer decent fantasy value given his ability to generate crosses, corners and tackles.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Thursday Rothwell (hamstring) was named to the starting XI versus Southampton on Thursday.

Impact Rothwell has started all but one of the club's last eight Premier League contests, so his return to the starting XI shouldn't come as a surprise. While not the primary corner taker for the club, that role falls to Marcus Tavernier, Rothwell should still see some opportunities on freekicks and corners.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring issue Rothwell is dealing with a hamstring issue ahead of Thursday's trip to Southampton, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Rothwell had a mild hamstring problem at half-time on Sunday,...

Impact Rothwell has started seven of the last eight matches, but on a short week, it'd be a surprise if he remained in the XI with a hamstring issue. If he moves to the bench, it'll likely mean a return to a four-man back line, though there's a few changes O'Neil could make after a dud of a performance in the loss against West Ham over the weekend.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers first assist Rothwell created an assist and placed two crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Rothwell was the Cherries principal set-piece actor on Saturday, taking all their free kicks and corners. The precision in his execution was excellent, his corner kick was placed perfectly for Marcos Senesi to head the ball home for Bournemouth's second and he created a number of his team's main opportunities. From 10 appearances (two starts) this was his first assist.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts in loss Rothwell logged 13 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Southampton.

Impact Rothwell was able to make his club debut after missing almost three months due to a quad injury. He recorded 10 assists and scored three times for Blackburn in the Championship last season, putting up an exceptional record that's unlikely to perfectly translate to the Premier League. Depending on what the team has in mind for Rothwell, he tends to play as a holding midfielder and that would put him in competition with Jefferson Lerma and Lewis Cook for starts.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Fulham Rothwell is fit and in the match day squad to face Fulham on Saturday.

Impact Rothwell returns after missing the entirety of the season with a quad injury. The midfielder starts from the bench but is available for his season debut if called upon.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option soon Rothwell (quadriceps) is "back training" ahead of Saturday's trip to Fulham, according to interim manager Gary O'Neil. "I'm not sure if they'll be involved but they've both had a g...

Impact Rothwell's place in the squad has yet to be determined, but he at least provides depth in Bournemouth's midfield. The former Blackburn player was a regular in the Championship, but suffered an injury before the season and hasn't been able to show his worth at his new club.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Leicester Rothwell (quad) is not in the match day squad to face Leicester City on Saturday.

Impact Rothwell looked close to a return after training with his teammates in the buildup to the match. The midfielder has yet to appear this season, but could feature in some capacity next week against Fulham.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training with teammates Rothwell (quad) has been training with his teammates without issue ahead of Saturday's match against Leicester City, according to coach Gary O'Neil. "It's been really good to get (...

Impact Rothwell now has a realistic shot of playing over the weekend given how much he's been able to train. Whether or not the former Blackburn man can make an impact is yet to be seen, though it's sure to be difficult in a team that's often pinned back by tougher opponents.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Closer to return Rothwell (quad) is "doing really well" and "almost there," according to interim manager Gary O'Neil.

Impact Rothwell hasn't featured this season because of an injury suffered just before the campaign. The former Blackburn man will still have to win a role in the side and it's hard to see him cracking the starting XI at a consistent rate. Even then, he figures to play in mostly a midfield role that sits back more often than not.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to remain sidelined Rothwell (quadriceps) is slated to miss up to a month after manager Scott Parker told reporters, "Joe's a little bit behind [Ryan Fredericks] and is still not out on the grass at t...

Impact Rothwell started 36 of his 41 appearances for Blackburn in the Championship last season in which he tallied three goals on 33 shots (nine on target), 10 assists and 136 crosses (50 accurate). If he can get fit, Rothwell could be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI where he could offer top-half fantasy value.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed absence against Villa Rothwell (quad) has been officially ruled out of Saturday's match against Aston Villa by manager Scott Parker. "Joe (Rothwell) will probably be slightly longer than Ryan (Frederick...

Impact Rothwell could take a few weeks to get back from what should've been a minor muscle strain, as the club appear to be taking a conservative approach in his recovery. Following a long season in the Championship with Blackburn, he'll just have to be more careful if he's to stay fit for a top flight campaign as well.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with quad injury Rothwell is expected to miss the start of the season after suffering a quad injury against Bristol City in a friendly, according to Daniel Davis of Dorset Live via manager Scott Pa...

Impact Rothwell made 41 appearances while with Blackburn last season, recording three goals and 10 assists. His absence will leave the Cherries short a man in midfield, but the recent arrival of Marcus Tavernier will soften the blow. It's not certain how long Rothwell will be out, though he may not be fully fit until the end of August depending on how his scans go.

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Bournemouth Rothwell has signed a four-year deal with Bournemouth away from Blackburn Rovers.

Impact Rothwell did enough at Blackburn last season to earn a contract with Bournemouth in their promotion season. He's been a top asset for the Rovers the last few years, but last season, he tallied three goals and 10 assists with a top role on set pieces, as he started 36 matches and made 41 appearances in total. He should immediately fight for time at Bournemouth, but it's unlikely he'll have the same role that he did this past season with Blackburn.

JUNE 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE