Tyler Adams
BOU
Center Midfielder
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Feb 14, 1999 (27)
Right
5'9"
159 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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On bench against Man City
Adams (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Manchester City.
Analysis: Adams has been cleared for the season opener after missing Bournemouth's preseason match at Real Betis, with coach Marco Rose confirming he is ready for 45 to 60 minutes, pointing toward a bench role rather than a starting one as the coaching staff look to manage his workload carefully. Lewis Cook is set to start in the midfield in his place. His return to the squad is a welcome development for a side that relied heavily on his midfield contributions last season.
Available for 45-60 minutes
Adams is available for Sunday's season opener against Manchester City and is ready for 45 to 60 minutes, according to coach Marco Rose, per Bournemouth Echo. "Adams is ready for 45-60 minutes."
Analysis: Adams had been assessed after missing Bournemouth's preseason match at Real Betis, and his cleared status now puts him in the mix for the opener, though the limited minute count suggests he'll be in competition with Lewis Cook for a starting role rather than a guaranteed lock. His ball winning ability and composure in possession made him a key piece of Bournemouth's midfield last season, when he contributed two goals and two assists across 25 appearances, and he also featured four times for the United States at the World Cup. Adams is expected to be eased back in given the recent fitness concern, with his exact role against City likely to hinge on how the club manages his workload.
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