Barton out for six weeks
Newcastle have confirmed midfielder Joey Barton will undergo surgery tomorrow after suffering a fractured metatarsal.
The 24-year-old will be sidelined for around six weeks and will miss the start of the new Barclays Premiership season after fracturing the bone during yesterday’s 1-1 friendly draw at Carlisle.
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