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Available off bench Cook (undisclosed) is on the bench for Thursday's game against Tottenham.

Impact Cook was deemed a late call for this midweek clash, and the midfielder will return after a one-game absence. Cook has been a regular starter for Bournemouth all season long, so he's widely expected to get minutes off the bench in this clash.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Spurs Cook (undisclosed) is questionable for Thursday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Andoni Iraola. "He's going to train today and we will see. We don't want to rush him...

Impact Cook looks to be a late call for Thursday's match, with the midfielder still feeling some of the discomfort of his undisclosed issues. That said, his availability will likely come down to a fitness test ahead of game time. He is a regular starter, so he will hope to see the start if fit, although there is still a solid chance he will miss out completely.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Not involved Saturday Cook is not in the squad to face Wolves on Saturday.

Impact Cook misses out on short notice with no injury being listed in the buildup to the match. The reason for absence should be determined ahead of Thursday's match against Tottenham.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in loss to Bees Cook assisted once to go with three shots (none on goal), four crosses (none accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Brentford.

Impact Cook contributed his usual solid midfield performance Saturday and was arguably the best Cherries player on the field. He executed four crosses and two long passes, in attack he had two efforts blocked and one off target. His work did produce the assist for the Cherries second goal, a well-executed set piece completed by Justin Kluivert. The 27-year-old often originates plays that lead to goals but rarely assists, it had been five games since his last.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Cook: Bournemouth 'dug deep' to beat Arsenal | Premier League

OCTOBER 19 • YOUTUBE

Produce a couple of assists in win Cook assisted twice to go with one shot (not on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Monday's 3-1 victory over Southampton.

Impact Cook was the Cherries key playmaker Monday executing six crosses, five long balls and creating the key passes that set up his teams more promising opportunities. His work yielded pivotal contributions to the game, producing the assists for Bournemouth's first two goals. Along with these assists the regular starting midfielder has also got himself on the scoresheet once.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

First EPL goal in win Cook scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-2 win over Everton.

Impact Cook headed his first EPL goal Saturday. It was Bournemouth's second equalizing strike from his only attempt on target in a match that saw them erase a two goal deficit to snatch a 3-2 win. The team captain also put in a solid shift defensively engaging in three tackles, two interceptions, a clearance and making a block. The 27-year-old is part of the Cherries midfield engine room alongside Ryan Christie, neither player assists or scores often but they are usually the originators of moves that lead to goals.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Cook heads Bournemouth level at 2-2 against Everton | Premier League

AUGUST 31 • YOUTUBE

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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

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