Eddie Howe diagnosed with pneumonia and will miss Newcastle's next two games

Howe, who sent his congratulations to the team after Sunday's impressive win over United moved them back into the top four, offered thanks for the messages of support he has received.

MISS NEXT TWO GAMES: Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe will miss the club's next two games after being diagnosed with pneumonia.

Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe will miss the club's next two games after being diagnosed with pneumonia.

Howe watched the Magpies' 4-1 win over Manchester United on Sunday from his hospital bed after being admitted on Friday evening having been feeling unwell for several days.