Newcastle defender Fernandez missing for Christmas programme
Newcastle defender Fernandez missing for Christmas programme
Newcastle United defender Federico Fernandez has been ruled out for most of the festive period with a thigh injury.
Fernandez was an unused substitute in the Magpies' 4-0 defeat at Leicester on Sunday but has since suffered a problem which could see him miss a hectic period, starting with Thursday's trip to Liverpool.
Newcastle also face Manchester City, Manchester United, Everton and Southampton in a run of games that could have a big bearing on their survival chances.
“We have lost Federico Fernandez due to an injury," boss Eddie Howe said. “We are not sure what the extent of that injury is yet but he will certainly miss this game and probably the majority of the games over the festive period.
“Paul Dummett is still out long-term, although he is making good progress and we are hopeful to get him back at some stage soon. He is not training with the group yet."
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