Bellamy Flies To USA For Possible 6th Knee Op


By Matthew Jones
October 21 2003

A spokesman for Newcastle United has confirmed that Welsh striker Craig Bellamy is travelling to the USA for a possible sixth knee operation, after returning from International duty carrying another injury. Newcastle United have confirmed that Welsh striker Craig Bellamy is travelling to the USA for a possible sixth knee operation.

A SPOKESMAN SAID: "Newcastle United confirmed today that Craig Bellamy has travelled to the USA for a further consultation with Richard Steadman.

"The club has been aware of the presence of tendonitis in Craig's left knee, similar to the condition he had in his right knee, for several weeks and therefore have been treating it conservatively during this period.

"This involved resting the knee together with a special exercise programme which would usually have allowed the condition to settle down naturally.

"However, the problem flared up again during his last international duty and it was felt that, following further consultation, surgery would be the best option for Craig.

"It is anticipated the operation will take place within the next 24 hours, after which he will face a strict recovery regime."

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