Shola and Joey footwatch: Bambi back before the end of the month?
Posted on November 13th, 2009 | 15 Comments |
Ameobi, who seems to have picked up the very welcome habit of remembering to head the ball into the goal before he falls over this season, has been much missed in Newcastle United’s front line.
Hughton said of the West End assassin:
“Shola’s a player who was making a positive and big impact on the team when he was injured,” said Hughton.
“And now he’s beginning to near a return, he can make a big impact again.
“When he was injured he was playing very well, and that was underlined by him winning the player of the month (for August) in the division.
“He’s great to have around, not only because of his goalscoring, but also his presence and experience.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming him back, and I’m sure he can’t wait to be involved again.
“He’s up and running again. We’re monitoring him on a daily basis, and it’s so far so good.
“I’ve said that Shola’s expected to be fit by the end of the month, so (the break) gives us a bit more time, and brings him that little bit closer, with one game less.
“The one thing I have said is that Shola’s expected to be fit by the end of the month, so it gives us a bit more time and brings him that little bit closer, with one game less.”
Barton.
Hughton then moved on to mild mannered midfielder, Joey Barton, who has also of course been crocked for some time, after picking up a similar foot injury in September and having surgery. Hughton said:
“Joey is doing fine too.
“This two-week break has given the likes of Joey and Shola the chance to get closer to a return.
“It also gives players who have played a lot of games the rest they need.”
cant wait for bambi’s return