Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies’ clash with Man United tomorrow

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is ‘conscious and talking’ after being admitted to hospital on Friday night.

The 47-year-old will miss Sunday’s visit of Manchester United, with Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones taking charge of the team.

Howe had felt unwell earlier in week following Monday’s 3-0 win at Leicester and has been unable to take training.

Tindall stood in for his pre-match press conference on Friday morning, when he said it was expected the head coach would be OK to return ahead of the game.

However, Howe’s condition did not improve and he was taken into hospital in Newcastle late on Friday evening. He has since undergone tests and further news is awaited.

A club statement read: ‘Eddie Howe will miss Newcastle United’s Premier League game against Manchester United on Sunday due to illness.

Jason Tindall, right, and Graeme Jones will take charge against Man United in Howe’s absence

‘The Magpies’ head coach was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days.

Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which are ongoing. He is conscious and talking with his family, and is continuing to receive expert medical care.

‘Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course. Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team at St. James’ Park on Sunday, supported by the club‘s first team staff.’

Newcastle host Crystal Palace on Wednesday, but it is not yet known whether Howe will lead the team. His side will return to the Champions League places with victory over Man United on Sunday.

The only time he has missed a Newcastle game was his first, when he contracted Covid-19 on the eve of a 3-3 draw with Brentford at St James’ Park in November 2021.