Eddie Howe has expressed concern over Tino Livramento’s condition after the young full-back left the pitch during the Carabao Cup tie against Fulham. Livramento was seen grimacing and hobbling down the tunnel, his left knee heavily strapped. For anyone curious about football fashion, think of cling film secured by several plasters.
Newcastle Edges Through to Semis
Despite the injury setback, Newcastle managed to advance to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup. The match featured:
- Yoane Wissa opening the scoring with a close-range finish
- Sasa Lukic quickly responding to level the match before half-time
- Lewis Miley clinching the victory with a dramatic stoppage-time header
While Newcastle celebrated their progress, they faced the match with a depleted defense. Dan Burn is currently nursing a punctured lung and fractured rib, while Kieran Trippier and Sven Botman remain sidelined. Additionally, Lewis Hall missed out due to a minor hamstring issue. Losing Livramento would feel like removing another piece from an already unstable Jenga tower.
Concerns About Livramento’s Injury
Howe did not sugarcoat the situation, stating, “It doesn’t look good.” The fact that Livramento had to come off is particularly alarming given the current defensive troubles. Newcastle will await scans to assess the extent of the injury, hoping for a report that avoids prolonged absence.
This is not the first injury setback for Livramento. Earlier this season, he missed seven weeks due to knee ligament damage sustained in a match against Arsenal. Regaining form after such injuries takes time, and another spell in the treatment room would be a significant blow for the player and the team.
Future Speculations Surrounding Livramento
Not only Newcastle but other clubs are monitoring Livramento’s situation closely. His impressive form last season attracted significant interest from Manchester City, a trend that intensified over the summer. Livramento has made it clear he will not discuss a new contract until the end of the campaign, intensifying speculation about his future.
For Manchester City, a January transfer now seems unlikely. While no one wants to see Livramento sidelined again, another injury may stall any potential move to the Etihad. This could mean the promising defender remains on Tyneside at least until next summer.
Conclusion
No one wants to see a bright talent like Livramento benched again, especially Newcastle supporters. The team is in dire need of every available player, and fans are hoping for good news from the upcoming scans. Let’s hope the results prove less severe than the current knee strapping suggests because right now, Newcastle needs all the help they can get—and perhaps a new fashion consultant too.