Newcastle United coach Eddie Howe diagnosed with Pneumonia
Howe, who watched from his hospital bed as Newcastle thrashed United, sent his congratulations to the team after Sunday's impressive win that moved them back into the top four.
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been diagnosed with Pneumonia and is still hospitalised as a result.
Howe missed Newcastle's 4-1 win over Manchester United on Sunday with what was described as a chronic infection, but details have now emerged of his dalliance with the usually serious chest infection.
Newcastle have now said the 47-year-old will also miss Wednesday's home match against Crystal Palace and Saturday's trip to Aston Villa, with assistants Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones due to prepare the team in his absence.
"Newcastle United can announce that Eddie Howe is recovering in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia," a statement said.
"The club continues to extend its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family as he continues his recovery."
Howe, who watched from his hospital bed as Newcastle thrashed United, sent his congratulations to the team after Sunday's impressive win that moved them back into the top four.
He also offered gratitude for the messages of support he has received.
"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.
Newcastle will be looking to move above Nottingham Forest and into third place on the English Premier league log with a big win over Palace with Champions League places for next season up for grabs.