Everything Eddie Howe stated after returning to Newcastle United following a health scare.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has talked to the media for the first time since his health crisis.
Howe was sent to the hospital a few days before his 4-1 victory over Manchester United and was diagnosed with pneumonia. He missed more games against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa, leaving assistant coach Jason Tindall to oversee the club.
However, the 47-year-old will be back in the dugout for Saturday’s Premier League match against Ipswich Town at St James’ Park, having returned to work earlier this week.
Howe had his pre-match press conference on Friday morning, and here’s what he said about what’s happened over the last two weeks.
“I’m okay. I’m okay. I’m not 100%. I’m not 100% in my body, but I’d like to think I’m very close to 100% in my mind, which is the most important thing. So, yeah, I’m well enough to face you guys today.”
What have the last couple of weeks been like for you?
“Yeah, difficult. I try to take a positive from every experience, I think that’s really important you try to do that but this has been a real challenge because your health you take for granted. I certainly have. And then when you don’t have the luxury of feeling normal, it can be very difficult. So, yeah, certainly been through a range of emotions. But thankfully, I feel like I’m on the road to recovery, which is the most important thing. And yeah, I’m delighted to be here. “
