Magpies issue Barton ultimatum
Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton is facing a major decision over his future after the club presented him with two stark options.
It is understood the 25-year-old, who was jailed for six months in May after pleading guilty to charges of assault and affray, has been offered a choice between taking a huge pay cut or the sack.
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