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Eddie Howe thanks fans amid pneumonia battle
- Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is currently recovering in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia, missing the team’s recent match against Manchester United.
- Howe expressed gratitude for the support from fans and the football community, highlighting the importance of their messages during his recovery.
- Assistant coaches Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team in Howe’s absence for upcoming fixtures against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa.
Eddie Howe: Newcastle manager thanks fans amid pneumonia battle
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has thanked fans for their “warm wishes” after the club announced on Monday that he is suffering from pneumonia.
Howe, who was admitted to hospital last week, missed Newcastle’s 4-1 win over Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.
“Newcastle United can announce that Eddie Howe is recovering in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia,” the club said in a statement.
“The club continues to extend its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family as he continues his recovery. Get well soon, gaffer.”
Howe will continue to be absent from the Newcastle touchline, the club added, with Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones to be in charge for their upcoming games against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa.
“A huge thank you to everyone connected with Newcastle United and the wider football community for your messages and warm wishes. They have meant a lot to me and my family,” Howe said.
“I also want to pay tribute to our incredible NHS and the hospital staff who have treated me. I’m immensely grateful for the specialist care I’m receiving and, after a period of recovery, I look forward to being back as soon as possible.”
Additional sources
Eddie Howe to miss further Newcastle games after pneumonia diagnosis – The Guardian
Newcastle share major Eddie Howe health update and reveal why he was hospitalised – Mirror
‘We had to put a smile on his face’ – Newcastle dedicate win to Howe – BBC