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da 888casino： Following the news of Lewis Cook’s serious knee injury, which will rule him out for up to nine months, Bournemouth need to sign a replacement if they are to make a serious push for Europe.
What’s the word, then?
The England international ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee midway through the 2-1 home victory over Huddersfield, leaving Eddie Howe without perhaps his best midfielder for the remainder of the season.
Jefferson Lerma often partnered the 21-year-old in the middle, but despite his excellent ability, even the Colombian cannot fill the void entirely on his own.
Andrew Surman and Dan Gosling are the next in line to replace Cook, with the former starting in midfield in the 4-0 loss to Liverpool recently, although he was sub-standard and not a patch on the crocked star – a signing will have to be made to cover Cook.
Who should they get in?
One man who used to be a solid, consistent Premier League performer, but has had some time out of the spotlight is Stoke City’s Joe Allen. The Welshman has scored four goals and recorded four assists for the Potters in 21 Championship games so far this season, whilst continuing to be his hard working, committed self even in England’s second tier.
He is arguably too good to be playing in such a division, and really should be on his way back to the top-flight in the near future such are his impressive talents.
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At 28 years of age, time may also be running out for the former Liverpool man to get back amongst the big boys in the Premier League. Allen, like Cook, is a composed midfielder who can keep the game ticking over nicely, but also get in on the act at the top end of the pitch.
He is a model professional and someone who the Cherries should be taking a serious look at in the Winter transfer window, especially if they don’t want their season to derail.
Would Allen be a good signing for Bournemouth? Have your say down below…