David Brooks
BOU
Right Winger
One-v-One Creator
Jul 8, 1997 (29)
Left
5'8"
137 lb
Quiet before halftime withdrawal
Brooks registered two crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 5-1 defeat versus Chelsea.
Analysis: Brooks delivered two crosses, one accurate, but failed to record a shot during 45 minutes in Saturday's 5-1 loss to Chelsea. He struggled to become involved as Bournemouth fell two goals behind inside the opening three minutes and generated most of their first-half danger through Rayan and Ryan Christie instead. Brooks was replaced by Ben Gannon Doak at halftime, with the substitution giving the latter the entire second period on the right side.
Starting in return
Brooks (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Chelsea.
Analysis: Brooks earns his first Premier League start of the season after returning to full team training following an injury that forced him to withdraw from Wales' squad. The midfielder featured against Portugal before leaving international duty and has recovered sufficiently to start at Chelsea. He now gets an opportunity to make a bigger impact after being limited to substitute appearances for Bournemouth this season.
In contention against Chelsea
Brooks (undisclosed) has returned to full team training after withdrawing from the Wales squad during the international break and could be available for Saturday's clash against Chelsea, according to coach Marco Rose, per BBC.
Analysis: Brooks appears to have recovered from the injury that forced him to withdraw from international duty with Wales after featuring against Portugal. His return to full training is an encouraging sign ahead of Saturday's trip to Chelsea, although his involvement has yet to be confirmed. The midfielder has been limited to a substitute role at Bournemouth this season, having yet to start a Premier League match. Even if fully available, Brooks is likely to remain an option off the bench rather than challenge for a starting spot.
Withdraws from Wales squad
Brooks (undisclosed) has withdrawn from the Wales squad due to injury and will miss the upcoming matches against Norway and Denmark, according to the Wales national team.
Analysis: Brooks picked up the issue after playing 63 minutes in Wales' 1-0 loss to Portugal, though the nature and severity of the injury remain unclear. The midfielder has yet to start a Premier League match this season and has primarily been used off the bench at club level. His status will need to be monitored ahead of the return to domestic action, though his absence would have a limited impact on the starting XI given his secondary role.
Yet to start in 2026/27 EPL season
Brooks has yet to start a game in the current EPL season.
Analysis: Brooks was an unused substitute in the season opener against Manchester City on Aug. 23, but he's played off the bench in the next five games between the EPL and the Europa League. He's logged just 52 minutes of action in those five contests, so the playmaker isn't seeing the field enough to be a reliable option to keep close tabs on in most formats. He'll remain a non-factor in fantasy as long as he continues to play off the bench.
Back on bench
Brooks (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Manchester City.
Analysis: Brooks has recovered from the undisclosed injury that kept him out of the final two preseason matches and is available off the bench for the opener. The winger made 31 appearances last season, including 13 starts, while recording one goal and three assists. He is expected to open the campaign in a reserve role and provide an attacking option off the bench
Missed match with injury
Brooks (undisclosed) missed Bournemouth's preseason match against Real Betis due to injury, with coach Marco Rose hoping to have him back soon, according to Jordan Clark.
Analysis: Brooks' work rate and creativity in the final third have made him a valuable attacking piece off the bench, contributing a goal and three assists across 31 appearances, including 13 starts, last season, and he's projected to serve in a similar backup role this season. No further details on the nature of the injury have been disclosed at this stage. Brooks is expected to be reassessed as Bournemouth's preseason continues.
Misses out St. Pauli friendly
Brooks didn't play in Friday's friendly against St. Pauli due to "fatigue," manager Marco Rose told Alexander Smith of The Bournemouth Echo.
Analysis: Brooks was one of two players who didn't play Friday due to what could be understood as a lack of match fitness, with Junior Kroupi being the other. Both missed out Friday's game since they hadn't trained enough, according to Rose, but they're expected to be available for the friendly against Augsburg on July 30.
Earns assist
Brooks assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Brooks would come up with an assist Sunday, finding Rayan in the 77th minute for the final goal of the match. This comes even though he was a substitute, featuring in only the 70th minute. That said, he has only started in 13 of his 29 appeaeances all season, recording one goal and three assists.
Not fully fit
Brooks isn't fully fit after returning from an ankle injury but till can help the team, coach Andoni Iraola said in a press conference, according to Alexander Smith of the Bournemouth Echo.
Analysis: Brooks logged three minutes off the bench in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Aston Villa after missing three matches with an ankle injury. Coach Andoni Iraola said the forward is not fully fit yet but he remains a usable option off the bench for the Cherries while he continues to build his match fitness. Once back to full fitness, Brooks will likely regain a starting role in the frontline.
Returns to bench
Brooks (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa.
Analysis: Brooks is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against the Villains after missing three matches with an ankle injury. He was assessed following the final training session and deemed fit enough to be included in the matchday squad. Brooks has been a regular starter this season for the Cherries and should see minutes off bench before resuming his role in upcoming fixtures.
Late fitness call against Villa
Brooks (ankle) will be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference, according to Alexander Smith from the Bournemouth Daily Echo.
Analysis: Brooks is closing in on a return after missing three matches with an ankle injury and will be a late decision for Saturday's clash against the Villains. The forward will be evaluated after the final training session ahead of kickoff, which will determine whether he is cleared to be part of the squad on Saturday. Brooks has been a regular starter this season for the Cherries and should regain a similar role once he is back to full fitness.
Unlikely against Wolves
Brooks (ankle) is close to make his return from injury but Saturday's clash against Wolves might come to close for him, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference, according to Alexander Smith from the Bournemouth Daily Echo.
Analysis: Brooks missed the last two games due to an ankle injury and could miss a third since Saturday's clash against Wolves might come too early for him. That said, he should likley be an option for next week's fixture against Aston Villa. Brooks has been a regular starter for the Cherries this season and with the recent departure of Antoine Semenyo, he is expected to play even more. Until he returns, Alex Jimenez and Ryan Christie are the likely options to get more playing time in the starting squad.
Still not available
Brooks (ankle) is still not an option for Saturday's clash against Liverpool, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference. "Brooks is not ready for this one."
Analysis: Brooks will miss a second game in a row due to an ankle injury he couldn't recover from in time for Saturday's clash against Liverpool. The forward is a regular starter in the frontline for the Cherries, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI. Alex Jimenez has played more forward at times this season and seems most likely to move to the right wing unless Ryan Christie is fit enough for the XI.
Not risked Monday
Brooks (ankle) is out for Monday's match against Brighton.
Analysis: Brooks is not with the team after suffering a twisted ankle, as the attacker will instead rest on the sidelines to be cautious. This opens a spot for Amine Adli to earn the start, as Brooks will look to use the week to recover and return against Liverpool on Saturday.
Dealing with twisted ankle
Brooks is a doubt for Monday's clash against Brighton due to a twisted ankle he suffered against Newcastle United in the FA Cup, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference. "From the last game, Brooksy finished having twisted his ankle. It's an ankle that has previously given him some problems. We will see if he is going to be available or not."
Analysis: Brooks will be assessed after the final training session ahead of Monday's clash against the Seagulls since he ended the FA Cup loss against Newcastle United with a twisted ankle. Brooks has been a regular starter for the Cherries recently, starting four of his last six appearances across all competitions, which will force a change in the starting squad if he had to miss the game, with Alex Jimenez as an option to play on the right wing like he previously done during the campaign.
Assists late winner Wednesday
Brooks assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Brooks recorded his second assist of the season Wednesday and it came at the perfect time. He set up Antoine Semenyo's wonder strike in the 95th minute which earned Bournemouth its first Premier League win since Oct. 26. It was the only chance he created in the match and he added two off-target shots in his 26 minutes off the bench.
Scores vs Chelsea
Brooks scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 2-2 draw versus Chelsea.
Analysis: Brooks had himself a day Tuesday, scoring his first of the season while making a season high three shots on target and five key passes. He only had one assist prior to Tuesday, completing 19 key passes and completing 14 successful dribbles in 17 PL appearances (10 starts).
Six shots in tie
Brooks had six shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Burnley. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.
Analysis: Brooks was heavily involved early in Saturday's clash against Burnley, first curling a left footed effort just wide after being picked out by Antoine Semenyo, then dragging another low shot narrowly past the near post following a clever Evanilson touch. He continued to appear in dangerous pockets, including a second half header over the bar from Marcos Senesi's far post cross, ending a solid performance in his first start in over a month while contributing a season high six shots to go with one chance created. Brooks is expected to see increased playing time in the coming weeks, with Tyler Adams (knee) sidelined for some time.
Available for return
Brooks is available to return after serving a one-match ban.
Analysis: Brooks picked up the suspension for yellow card accumulation and is now available to return. The midfielder should compete for minutes, though he's far from a lock in the starting XI. He has started just two of the last six matches.
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