Lewis Cook
BOUEngland
Right
Feb 3, 1997
29
5'9"
157 lb
CM
RB
Box-to-Box
BournemouthBench option
Cook (hamstring) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Manchester City.
Analysis: Cook was already cleared of his hamstring injury heading into Tuesday, and that has left him an option, with the midfielder residing on the bench. After three months out, this is good news for the midfielder, set to feature in the final two games of the season. He has started in eight of his 16 appearances this season and will look to start in the season finale, although they may keep him ont he bench to be cautious.
Hamstring issue cleared for Tuesday
Cook (hamstring) has been cleared for Tuesday's clash against Manchester City after training normally throughout the week, according to coach Andoni Iraola. "I think Lew was the last one there but he has been training for us normally all week, so everyone is ready."
Analysis: Cook's return is a welcome boost for Bournemouth heading into the final fixture of the season, having been sidelined since February with hamstring and calf issues. Manager Andoni Iraola confirmed no other injury concerns ahead of the match, giving him a full squad to choose from for the visit of Manchester City. The midfielder had been a regular starter before the injury struck, and his availability gives the coaching staff an additional option in the engine room for Tuesday's clash.
Could return against Man City
Cook (hamstring) is making progress but will not be available for Saturday's clash against Fulham, with coach Andoni Iraola monitoring his condition ahead of the subsequent fixture against Man City, according to Jack Hillman of Nerve Sport.
Analysis: Cook has been sidelined for around two months with a hamstring issue and while his recovery is heading in the right direction, the Fulham fixture comes too soon for him to feature. Manager Iraola will assess where he is in his recovery after the weekend before making any decision on his involvement against Man City next week, with the midfielder hoping to contribute something meaningful in the final fixtures of the season after a solid run of starts before the injury struck.
To train with teammates next week
Cook (hamstring) is eyeing a return to team training next week and remains out for Sunday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Andoni Iraola. "Lew, I hope next week starts training with us. It's taken a little bit more time than we wanted with this injury."
Analysis: Cook has been partially trained but has yet to make the jump to training with his teammates, leaving him out for another match. However, the midfielder is expected to return to training next week, potentially leaving him as an option for their match against Fulham on May 9. After two months out, he hopes to return for the final three games of the season, seeing a decent run of starts before his injury.
Back in partial training
Cook (hamstring) has returned to partial training, according to Alexander Smith of The Bournemouth Echo.
Analysis: Cook started partial training with the group, but he's at least a few weeks away from being an option for the coaching staff. The defensive midfielder hasn't played for the Cherries since Feb. 10, when he logged 10 minutes off the bench versus Everton. Expect Alex Scott and Ryan Christie to remain in central midfield as long as Cook remains on the sidelines.
Out for extended period
Cook (hamstring) suffered a setback during the international break and is now sidelined for an extended period, according to coach Andoni Iraola, per Nerve Sport.
Analysis: Cook had been nearing a return after missing five consecutive matches with a hamstring injury, making this latest development a significant blow for Bournemouth. The midfielder had been a locked-in starter before going down, starting in six of the seven matches prior to his injury, and his prolonged absence will force Ryan Christie, Tyler Adams and Alex Scott to continue shouldering the midfield load for the Cherries heading into the final stretch of the season.
Remans sidelined
Cook (hamstring) is ruled out for Friday's match against Manchester United but could return after the international break, according to coach Andoni Iraola. "Cook is still not ready. We have almost three weeks now without a game [after Manchester United] so we want to use that space for him to recover properly and be ready for the next one"
Analysis: Cook has yet to recover from his hamstring injury, which has kept him out of the last four matches, but he could return after the international break. The midfielder is nearing a comeback and should be available for the final stretch of the Premier League season, having started six of the last seven matches prior to his injury. Ryan Christie is expected to start in midfield in his absence, although his minutes could decrease once Cook returns.
Training alone, still not ready
Cook (hamstring) is training on his own and is still weeks away from being ready to return, according to manager Andoni Iraola. "[Lewis] Cook is also still running on his own and will not be ready."
Analysis: Cook hasn't played since logging 10 minutes off the bench against Everton on Feb. 10, and the defensive specialist won't be ready to return until after the international break. Cook, who can play both as a right-back and defensive midfielder, has one assist across 16 league appearances (eight starts) this season.
Won't return before break
Cook (hamstring) is set to miss several weeks and won't return before the international break, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference, according to BBC Radio Solent Sport.
Analysis: Cook picked up a hamstring injury in training last week and an MRI confirmed he is set for a multi-week spell on the sidelines. The midfielder is not expected back before early April, dealing a real blow to the Cherries given his status as a locked-in starter in the engine room. His absence now clears the runway for Tyler Adams to regain the starting role he held before his own injury setback.
Suffers hamstring injury
Cook missed Saturday's 0-0 draw against West Ham United due to a hamstring injury, coach Andoni Iraola said in a press conference, according to the Bournemouth Echo. "Yesterday he felt something training. Still, we haven't assessed him properly. We haven't done the MRI, but it doesn't look big, but I think there has to be something there. I think it's in the hamstring, and that's the reason he was out today. We will have to wait for the MRI and see if it's something small, but I think there is an injury there."
Analysis: Cook tweaked his hamstring in the final training session ahead of Saturday's clash against West Ham United and will undergo an MRI to determine the full extent of the damage. It's a tough break for the Cherries, as he's been a steady, locked-in presence in the middle of the park, and his absence now forces a reshuffle in the starting XI. With Cook sidelined, Tyler Adams is in line to step into a bigger role once again now that he's back to full fitness.
Assists off the bench
Cook assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Arsenal.
Analysis: Cook got in the lineup after missing time with an injury, and he could see more minutes Wednesday against Tottenham after assisting on Bournemouth's second goal on Saturday. However, he will need to be more efficient to assist there as all three of his crosses were considered inaccurate.
Makes bench
Cook (neck) is on the bench for Saturday's match vs Arsenal.
Analysis: Cook looks good to go as he will start on the bench after missing a match with a neck injury. This season has not been so kind to the midfielder, missing nine PL matches already through injuries, resulting in just three starts in nine games played.
Late call for Saturday
Cook (neck) is questionable for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Andoni Iraola. "With Lewis, we are still waiting. It's his neck and the pain that he feels. He will try to train today, and we will see. Hopefull,y he will be available for tomorrow."
Analysis: Cook is going into some testing for Saturday's match, leaving the midfielder as a late call after his neck injury. The club will monitor his status closely, potentially earning him back after only a game missed. He started in the two games before his injury and should return to a starting spot if fit, covering for the injured Tyler Adams (knee).
Suffers neck injury
Cook is out for Tuesday's match against Chelsea due to a neck injury, according to Alexander Smith of the Bournemouth Echo.
Analysis: Cook is not with the team for Tuesday's match after a knock left him injured, dealing with neck pain at the moment. The good news is he should be recovered by their weekend match against Arsenal on Saturday, a quick turnaround for the midfielder. However, due to his absence, Marcus Tavernier is forced into a starting role.
Suspension cleared
Cook is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.
Analysis: Cook has served his three-match ban due to the straight red card he received against Sunderland and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder has been a bench option mainly for the Cherries this season, therefore his return will not impact the starting XI.
Sent off in extra time
Cook was shown a red card in the 96th minute of Saturday's 3-2 loss to Sunderland.
Analysis: Cook will hit the sidelines heading into the club's next match after a red card was shown to the midfielder Saturday, being sent off for elbowing someone in the head. This will likely result in a multi-game suspension, missing out against Everton on Dec. 2 and Chelsea on Dec. 6. That said, a return would likely come when facing Manchester United on Dec. 15. He did start in this match, with Alex Jimenez or Adam Smith as possible replacements at right-back.
Makes first start of season
Cook made his first start of the season in the 2-2 draw against West Ham United on Saturday, Nov. 22.
Analysis: Cook made his season debut on Sep. 13 but only featured in one of the Cherries' first seven matches of the season, and didn't play over 25 minutes until Nov. 2. It's clear he's ready to log a significant workload now that he's fully healthy. He's expected to see regular playing time in the defensive line. That said, his fantasy upside shouldn't be very high, with his upside being mostly limited to defensive contributions only.
Returns to bench
Cook (shoulder) is on the bench for Friday's clash with Fulham.
Analysis: Cook is on the bench for Friday's clash after missing two matches with a shoulder injury. The start to the season has been absolutely riddled with injuries for Cook, limiting him to just a single appearance. When fit he's a crucial part of the starting XI, so getting him back up to match speed Friday, and during the international break, will be the focus.
Could be available Friday
Cook (shoulder) could be an option for Friday's game against Fulham, manager Andoni Iraola told Alexander Smith of The Bournemouth Daily Echo.
Analysis: Cook has been participating in training this week, and although a final decision on his status will be made closer to Friday's contest, Cook has a chance to return to the side. Ryan Christie and Tyler Adams started in central midfield against Leeds United the last time out, but Cook should return to the lineup right away if deemed available.
Not playing Saturday
Cook (shoulder) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Leeds United.
Analysis: Cook was a game-time call for this clash, but the veteran midfielder won't be an option and will be sidelined. Ryan Christie will start alongside Tyler Adams in midfield with Cook sidelined.
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