Eddie Howe has broken his silence regarding Newcastle United’s shocking injury news, stating that it is “really sad.”

Hall was out from Sunday’s FA Cup loss to Brighton due to a foot injury incurred during their 2-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield four days earlier. The club announced over the weekend that Hall would consult a specialist on his injury.

On Wednesday morning, their worst fears were confirmed when it was announced that Hall would not only miss the forthcoming Carabao Cup final at Wembley—a significant disappointment after he departed Anfield a week prior as Newcastle United’s standout player—but also that he would be sidelined for the remainder of the season. Newcastle United announcement regarding Lewis Hall’s injury

Newcastle United has confirmed via its website that defender Lewis Hall will be out for the remainder of the 2024/25 season due to a foot bone ailment. The 20-year-old sustained an injury during the Magpies’ Premier League match against Liverpool. Subsequent to a scan and consultation with a doctor, Lewis will undergo surgery followed by a recovery phase with the club’s medical team.

All members of Newcastle United extend their best wishes to Lewis for his surgery and recuperation. Eddie Howe addresses Lewis Hall’s injury During a media day with Sky Sports in anticipation of the upcoming Carabao Cup final, Howe was enquired about his initial sentiments over Hall’s season-ending loss. “It is a profoundly unfortunate moment for Lewis; he has performed exceptionally well for us this season,”

Howe remarked. “I understand that he has been significantly affected by the news, and the timing has been challenging for him with the cup final imminent and England approaching as well.” Advertisement Hall joins Jamaal Lascelles among the club’s enduring injury concerns, with the captain anticipated to return to play only by the season’s conclusion.

Lascelles sustained an ACL injury during the victory against West Ham at St James’ Park in March and will require several additional weeks on the sidelines before a return can be contemplated. Stay updated with the newest NUFC headlines from the Gazette by subscribing to our football newsletter. Sven Botman has returned from an ACL injury but has not played for the Magpies in over a month.

The Dutchman sustained a knee injury against Arsenal on February 5 and has not participated in any matches since. Howe has hinted at a possible return for the defender, however has excluded him from all matchday squads since his injury against the Gunners. Anthony Gordon will miss the next three matches due to a ban resulting from his red card on Sunday.