Eddie Howe has been diagnosed with pneumonia after being admitted to hospital last weekend.
Newcastle confirmed the latest news about the English manager on Monday, adding that he won’t be in the dugout for the team’s next two matches.
Howe had been absent from training last week and missed Newcastle’s 4-1 victory over Manchester United on Sunday.
And while he recovers from his illness he won’t be in attendance for Newcastle‘s Premier League clash at home to Crystal Palace on Wednesday night, as well as their showdown at Aston Villa on Saturday.
“Newcastle United can announce that Eddie Howe is recovering in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia,” a club statement read.
“The club continues to extend its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family as he continues his recovery.
“Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa this week, with further updates to be communicated in due course.”
Howe said: “A huge thank you to everyone connected with Newcastle United and the wider football community for your messages and warm wishes. They have meant a lot to me and my family.
“I also want to pay tribute to our incredible NHS and the hospital staff who have treated me. I’m immensely grateful for the specialist care I’m receiving and, after a period of recovery, I look forward to being back as soon as possible.”
The 47-year-old was admitted to hospital on Friday night after becoming unwell earlier in the week.
Newcastle confirmed that Howe was conscious and talking to relatives while he underwent medical tests.
A club statement read: “[Howe] was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days.
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“Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which are ongoing.
“He is conscious and talking with his family, and is continuing to receive expert medical care.
“Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course.”
Magpies assistants Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones led the first-team for their clash against Man United, with Tindall conducting media duties on Howe’s behalf pre and post-match.
Howe recently claimed his place in Newcastle folklore by guiding them to a first major trophy in 70 years.
The Magpies beat Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final in March, sparking wild scenes on Tyneside including a city-wide trophy parade.
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Champions League qualification is also in their hands after a run of four consecutive Premier League wins.
Fifth-place guarantees a place in Europe’s top-tier competition – and Newcastle are fourth in the table after Chelsea could only manage a draw against relegation-threatened Ipswich.
Newcastle will leapfrog Nottingham Forest into third if they avoid defeat against Palace, live on talkSPORT 2.