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NEWCASTLE have confirmed Joelinton will be out for the rest of the season after sustaining a thigh injury earlier this month.The midfielder was forced off the pitch in the Magpie’s 3-0 FA Cup win against bitter rivals Sunderland on January 6.
Newcastle’s Joelinton will be out for the rest of the season after having surgeryCredit: AP
The midfielder suffered a knee injury earlier this monthCredit: Rex
The 27-year-old was initially told he could be out for six weeks but further tests have revealed the issue is more serious than first believed.
And after successfully undergoing surgery this week the Magpies have confirmed the Brazilian is expected to return to the pitch in May.
The club’s official Twitter account released a statement saying: “Newcastle United can confirm that Joelinton has successfully undergone surgery on a thigh injury sustained earlier this month.
“The midfielder will now commence a period of rehabilitation overseen by the club’s medical team.
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“And is expected to return to action in May 2024. We wish you a speedy recovery, Joey!”
Newcastle have had to deal with an injury crisis for much of this season with Nick Pope, Javier Manquillo, Joe Willock, Elliot Anderson, Harvey Barnes and Matt Target all currently sidelined.
Meanwhile, Jacob Murphy, Callum Wilson and Tino Livramento are all being assessed and are nearing comebacks.
The Toon are further stretched in midfield due to Sandro Tonali serving a ten-month betting ban.
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Eddie Howe’s side sit tenth in the table and are desperate to bolster their squad in this month’s transfer window.
But due to Financial Fair Play regulations, the Magpies are having to offload their main men.
With Miguel Almiron rumoured to leave the club for Saudi Arabia, Kieran Trippier has had an offer from Bayern Munich rejected and Callum Wilson has turned down Atletico Madrid’s deal. More

NEWCASTLE have agreed a deal with Manchester City to sign star midfielder Alfie Harrison for an undisclosed fee.The Magpies have moved swiftly to sign the 18-year-old English talent, who has shined in City’s youth ranks.
Newcastle have signed Manchester City academy star Alfie HarrisonCredit: Getty
The 18-year-old has agreed to a deal with the Magpies for an undisclosed feeCredit: Getty
Harrison is expected to undergo a medical in the coming days ahead of completing the upcoming move on a long-term contract.
The youngster has been likened to City’s prolific goalscorer Erling Haaland – for both his looks and impressive goal record.
Harrison has made 10 appearances in all competitions for the club’s U18s and scored eight goals.
Newcastle’s move on the midfielder involved the club’s head of youth recruitment Paul Midgley who envisioned Harrison being a part of Eddie Howe’s first team.
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This follows as the North East must comply with Premier League profit and sustainability rules.
And they are already in the process of offloading their star including Miguel Almiron who could reportedly leave for the Saudi Pro League.
The Paraguayan forward looks set to join Al-Shabab this month.
Having joined City’s youth project when he was just nine years old, the Englishman’s technical ability and passing talent saw him rise through the ranks before signing a scholarship in 2022.
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Despite Harrison featuring in Pep Guardiola’s first-team training sessions, the youngster was keen to get his senior career kickstarted much sooner than City anticipated.
Meanwhile, Kieran Trippier is another player Howe is at risk of losing this month.

The full-back emerged as a shock transfer target for Bayern Munich, where he would be reunited with former Tottenham team-mates Harry Kane and Eric Dier.
And Callum Wilson is expected to stay put in the north-east this month – despite interest from Atletico Madrid. More

CRYSTAL PALACE manager Roy Hodgson has been given three games to save his job, according to reports.The Eagles have struggled this season and are just five points above the relegation zone following a 5-0 defeat to Arsenal.
Roy Hodgson has been given three games to save his jobCredit: Getty
Hodgson, 76, has been the subject of much speculation over the last few weeks and was tipped to be sacked if Palace lost to Brentford on December 30 – a match they won.
However they have followed that up with three games without a goal and are out of the FA Cup after losing to Everton.
Hodgson has held talks with Palace chairman Steve Parish and he will remain in charge for the next game against Sheffield United, report The Guardian.
The former England boss will likely oversee the matches against Brighton and Chelsea after that, and if he is unable to improve Palace’s form he could be sacked.
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Some fans feel Hodgson should have already received his marching orders, with supporters slamming the club’s failure to act.
One reacted saying: “So he got asked to step down, he’s blatantly refused as he does come across stubborn and thinks he’s the right man for the job.
“No way Parish will want to sack him, lose against Sheffield United and he’ll have no choice. Just hope someone’s lined up and the Potter links are true.”
Another added: “Hilarious. Essentially ‘that and every game we lose until we’re eventually relegated will decide his future’
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“Talk about sticking your heads in the sand. Spineless.”
A third wrote: “He’ll be gone if we lose on Sheffield Tuesday. His position is already untenable, that will cement it.”
And another commented: “How many chances does this guy need honestly gotta be ruthless nowadays. Gutless ownership.” More