Botman out for 9 months. That means we won't have his services until next year.

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Newcastle United defender Sven Botman will be out of action for up to nine months after picking up an ACL injury in the 2-0 defeat to Manchester City on Saturday evening. The Dutchman will go under the knife to fix the issue, leaving him sidelined until the business end of 2024.

Newcastle confirmed the news on Wednesday, releasing a statement which read: "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."