Eddie Howe returns to Newcastle duties after spell in hospital battling pneumonia

EDDIE HOWE has returned to his managerial duties at Newcastle after suffering from pneumonia.

The manager was admitted into hospital earlier this month and missed three matches.

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Howe, 47, was missing from the dugout during games against Manchester United, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa.

Assistant Jason Tindell had taken charge of the team in the absence of the manager.

He led the Magpies to impressive romps against Man United and Palace before losing to Villa on Saturday.

The club has now confirmed that he is back working at the training ground with the players.

A statement read: “Newcastle United are delighted to confirm that Eddie Howe has returned to his duties at the club’s training Centre.

“Eddie had recently been hospitalised with pneumonia and has now returned to work after a period of recovery.

“We thank supporters for their warm wishes.”

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