Shearer - Injury Misery

By Matthew Jones
December 22 2004

Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer is still struggling with his foot injury, and will be out of action for at least another month. The 35 year old was due to make a return to action on Boxing Day, but results of another scan has ruled him out.

Magpies' boss Graeme Souness said: "There is still a bit to go on Shearer's injury and he will be out for another couple of weeks.

"Obviously this is a massive blow for us, for not only are we missing him on the field with his goals and leadership but we are missing having him around the place."

Although reports suggest it could be a month at least, before Shearer returns to action. fortnight.

Shearer will almost certainly miss the Boxing Day tie at his former club, Blackburn Rovers, the home game against Arsenal on December 29, and the home clash on New Year's Day against Birmingham City.

* Newcastle were today linked with a move for Real Madrid striker, Morientes.

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