Newcastle United have been hit with a blow as Dan Burn, one of their key players, is set to be sidelined for a few months due to a back injury. The injury occurred during Newcastle’s victory over Arsenal and the club’s manager, Eddie Howe, confirmed the extent of the injury, stating that it is a “huge blow” for the club. Burn has been an important presence for Newcastle since signing for the team, contributing with his character, determination to win, experience, and versatility. His absence will be felt not only in his natural position as a centre-back, but also in his ability to play as a left-back.
Furthermore, Newcastle will also be without another left-back, Matt Targett, who is facing a similar time on the sidelines due to a hamstring problem. With two key players out, Newcastle will have to rely on their summer signings, Lewis Hall and Tino Livramento, to fill in at left-back. Both players have shown promise, with Hall scoring his first goal for the club in their recent win over Manchester United in the Carabao Cup. However, they may not be as defensively strong or versatile as Burn.
Burn had made 15 appearances for Newcastle and scored two goals before his injury. He received praise for his impressive display in their Champions League win over PSG. Losing him will undoubtedly be a setback for Newcastle, who have had a promising start to their campaign and are still in contention in their Champions League group.
The injuries to Burn and Targett highlight the need for depth and cover in the left-back position for Newcastle. The club may have to consider bringing in reinforcements in the upcoming transfer windows to ensure they have adequate backup in case of further injuries.
Overall, the injuries to Dan Burn and Matt Targett are a major blow for Newcastle United. Losing two key players in the left-back position will pose a challenge for the team, both defensively and in terms of versatility. The club will have to rely on younger and less experienced players to step up and fill the void left by Burn and Targett. It remains to be seen how Newcastle will cope without them, but it is clear that their absence will be felt.
