Anthony Elanga stretchered off after heavy tackle, Newcastle head coach hopeful of return next week | OneFootball

According to L'Équipe, Anthony Elanga suffered a dangerous tackle in Newcastle’s friendly with Valencia on Saturday, yet head coach Matthias Jaissle is hopeful the winger could be back next week.

Valencia defender José Gaya went in high above the shin in front of the Newcastle bench, prompting players to protest, and coaching staff became involved in a scuffle.

After roughly two minutes on the turf, Elanga was taken away on a stretcher, heightening concern given the force of the challenge.

This was Jaissle’s first game in charge since succeeding Eddie Howe. He said he was initially frightened. The medical team seemed close to giving the green light and indicated it was nothing serious, and he hopes Elanga can return as soon as next week.

Elanga is a Sweden international with 34 caps and eight goals. The incident recalls Christantus Uche, who was tackled by Christian Mawissa in Monaco’s friendly with Getafe and will miss the entire season.

Source: L'Équipe

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