Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey 'breaks hand splitting up fight between Jamaal Lascelles and Mo Diame'
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Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has reportedly suffered a broken hand splitting up a training ground fight between Toon teammates Jamaal Lescelles and Mo Diame.
England international Shelvey has recently returned from suspension after his red card on the opening weekend of the season against Tottenham.
But the former Swansea man could now be set for another spell on the sidelines after jumping in between skipper Lascelles and Diame, according to The Sun.
The pair apparently traded punches before Shelvey muscled in, allegedly leaving the 25-year-old's left hand in a cast.
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Lascelles reportedly questioned Diame's work ethic which started the fracas, with Diame retorting with an insult.
Shelvey is set to be monitored by medical staff ahead of the Magpies' trip to Southampton on Sunday week.
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He was impressive as Newcastle drew 1-1 with Liverpool at St James' Park in the last game before the international break.
It was announced on Friday that Lascelles has penned a new six-year contract on Tyneside, keeping him with the club until 2023.