Newcastle plan showdown talks for Barton

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton has not been sacked after pleading guilty to a second charge of assault.

Tue, 01 Jul, 2008 - 13:59

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton has not been sacked after pleading guilty to a second charge of assault.

However, the 25-year-old faces showdown talks with manager Kevin Keegan and managing director Derek Llambias over his future on his release from jail.

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Courts Soccer Heathrow Place: St James’ Park Person: Barton Person: Joey Barton Person: Kevin Keegan Person: Derek Llambias Person: Ousmane Dabo Organisation: Newcastle Organisation: Manchester City Organisation: Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court Organisation: PA Sport

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