Sven Botman to undergo knee surgery

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·20 March 2024

Sven Botman to undergo knee surgery

Newcastle United defender Sven Botman will undergo surgery next week after suffering a knee injury against Manchester City.

Following further assessment, a scan has confirmed that he sustained an injury to his ACL during Saturday's match and he is expected to return to action within six-to-nine months.The Dutch centre-back initially sustained a knee injury in September 2023 and elected for a non-surgical rehabilitation plan - a decision which saw him return to action in December.Everyone at Newcastle United wishes Sven a full and speedy recovery.