Car - 2006mk2 ford focus sport 1.8 TDCI

About 2 weeks ago at night I hit a deep pothole, several days later I noticed a clunking/knocking noise from suspension I guess. the noise has got worse as time goes on.

I went to a suspension shop today who jacked up either side and confirmed there was no play in either wheel, he said it could be bad drop links.

I do not really hear the noise driving over speed ramps , more when slowing down or applying brakes at low speeds.

I will replace the drop links myself if they need replacing (I've replaced several suspension parts with no problems) .

I just want to know, is it likely this knocking/tapping sound could indeed be the drop links ?


thanks to all in advance