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Hopeful to return after break Botman (knee) is hopeful to return in the next two weeks during the international break, according to manager Eddie Howe.

Impact Botman has been out since the Sept. 24 match, missing two league games and the win over PSG. Fortunately for Newcastle, Jamaal Lascelles is an experienced defender and has played well in Botman's absence. The hope is that Botman will get back to training at some point over the break and possibly be an option coming out of the break after starting 35 league matches last season, his first with Newcastle.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Knee issue confirmed Botman is a doubt to return before the international break due to a knee injury, manager Eddie Howe told reporters. "Sven has a knee problem. I don't think we will see Sven before...

Impact Botman will be out until the international break and there's no guarantee he returns immediately after. This is a major blow as the defender had truly established himself as the top central defender for the Magpies. Jamaal Lascelles got the start during Saturday's 2-0 win over Burnley.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late check against Burnley Botman (knee) will be a late-fitness check for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Eddie Howe.

Impact Botman missed Wednesday's match with the issue, though he's still expected to start Saturday unless it's a real injury. Botman had gone a full 90 in three-straight matches prior to Wednesday's Cup contest, so there's a chance he was simply being rested and maybe he took a knock to his knee. If he can't start Saturday, Jamaal Lascelles is an option to remain in the XI.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Cup match Botman wasn't in the squad for Wednesday's Cup match because of a knee issue, according to manager Eddie Howe.

Impact This will be something to monitor on Botman, who had started three matches in the matter of nine days, going a full 90 in each of them. Of course, there's a chance this was simply rest for the center-back in a competition Newcastle could rotate a bit. If he has to miss Saturday's match, Jamaal Lascelles could step into the XI or Dan Burn would move to center-back.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in road win Botman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 8-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Botman scored in the 35th minute to triple Newcastle's lead before halftime. That was his first goal in the season, to go with one assist. The centerback had a pretty quiet outing on defense, as they were never really tested by the hosts.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts two clearances against Milan Botman won one duel and had one block and two clearances in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus AC Milan.

Impact Botman started his second game in a row in rapid succession after returning from an injury, but, while his side came away with a clean sheet in a challenging match-up, he didn't fill it up defensively this time. He has logged 15 clearances, six tackles, three interceptions, and four blocks in five appearances. Newcastle will visit Sheffield United Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Brentford Botman (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Brentford.

Impact Botman was expected to be fit to face the Bees, and as has been the trend all season long, he'll anchor the backline from his center-back position alongside Fabian Schar. Botman's return also pushes Dan Burn to the left-back role.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting Saturday return Botman (ankle) is expected to return for Saturday's clash with Brentford, according to manager Eddie Howe."Possibly, yeah. He's trained this week, so fingers crossed for Sven - we'...

Impact Botman was always hoping to get back on the pitch after the break and appears to be on schedule to do so. The center-back would immediately move back into the starting XI if fit and available to do so. If Botman starts Dan Burn would return to left-back, his more natural position.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be ready after break Botman (ankle) posted Monday on social media that he'd be "back soon" after missing Saturday's match against Brighton. According to Eddie Howe after the match, "There was hope he m...

Impact It's a positive update on Botman and it seems like he has a decent chance of being back in the starting XI for the Sept. 16 contest against Brentford. Matt Targett moved into the XI in the loss to Brighton, but if Botman is ready, he'll likely start, pushing Dan Burn back to left-back.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Very doubtful Botman (ankle) resumed light jogging but is a heavy doubt for Saturday's trip to Brighton, according to manager Eddie Howe."Sven has had a scan, the ankle, the scan doesn't appear...

Impact Botman is struggling heavily with his ankle injury and while Howe didn't entirely rule him out it was about as close as possible. With Botman likely not to get the start, Jamaal Lascelles would be the next choice to move into the center of the defense, though Dan Burn is an option to move centrally with Matt Targett starting at left-back.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury in loss Botman limped off in the 87th minute of Sunday's loss against Liverpool with a suspected ankle injury, according to manager Eddie Howe. "It looks like an ankle problem. I don't kno...

Impact It doesn't seem like a short-term issue for Botman, though nothing had been confirmed following the match. He'll likely miss the upcoming trip to Brighton which would allow him another week of recovery over the international break, though if it's more severe, that clearly won't matter. Jamaal Lascelles is an option to come into the XI, though Howe could go more attacking with one of his new signings.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Aston Villa Botman assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one chance created and four clearances in Saturday's 5-1 win over Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Botman assisted Alexander Isak in the 16th minute to give Newcastle the 2-1 lead. The centerback also made the second most clearances for his side during the game. He did not score or assist in 36 games for the club in 2022-23.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has solid EPL debut season Botman made 38 tackles, 120 clearances, 34 interceptions and 24 blocks while helping his side to keep 11 clean sheets this season.

Impact Botman came as a highly-touted signing and didn't disappoint at all, putting up some solid numbers and making a great partnership with veteran Fabian Schar. At just 23 years old, the center-back is seen as a centerpiece for the future as Newcastle looks to build an even stronger squad for the upcoming seasons.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes eight clearances in win Botman generated two shots (one on goal), eight clearances, two tackles (both won) and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win against Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Botman had a good defensive outing to help them earn the comeback win on the road. The centerback led his side with a season-high eight clearances. He also received his second yellow card of the season, though.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three interceptions Botman had three interceptions in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Manchester United.

Impact Botman recovered from an illness and started Sunday. He has been able to record 22 clearances in the last five matches, upping his average a game to 3.3. He is only 36 clearances away from his career high for a season, and with 10 contests left on the year, the defender has a slight chance of breaking it if he can healthy and consistent.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to face Man United Botman (illness) has been training and expected to be fine for Sunday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Eddie Howe. "Sven suffered food poisoning, quite a nas...

Impact It's now revealed that numerous players in the Netherlands team suffered food poisoning and had to leave the camp. Since that was a week ago, it's expected Botman will be fine to remain in the starting XI. He's started 23 matches this season and has a few big tasks upcoming with Manchester United followed by three away trips.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Botman (illness) was pictured training in Newcastle on Tuesday ahead of Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Botman departed Dutch camp last week, along with a few of his teammates, but it looks like he's healthy and ready to play again. He's started every league match since October and this doesn't figure to stop that from happening. On the downside, once a fruitful run of clean sheets, Newcastle don't have one in their last six matches, allowing goals to teams like Bournemouth, Wolves and Nottingham Forest.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

5 players out as viral infection hits Netherlands squad

The Dutch soccer association says five players in the Netherlands squad to face World Cup finalist France in their opening European Championship qualifier have been sent home after...

MARCH 23, 2023 • Associated Press

Departs Dutch camp Botman was forced to depart the Netherlands group during the international break due to a viral infection.

Impact Botman picked up this illness with four other players on the team and they clearly didn't want it to spread any further. He'll likely return to Newcastle and is expected to miss time in league play, though if he's not training later next week, there will be a wonder on his status for the match against Manchester United.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Features in friendly Botman (leg) started and played about an hour in Thursday's victory against Al-Hilal in a club friendly.

Impact Botman picked up a leg injury in Newcastle's final game before the World Cup break in November, but he was back on the pitch from the start on Thursday and should be fully fit by the time the Premier League resumes on Boxing Day.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with late knock Botman sustained a leg knock late in Saturday's matchup with Chelsea and came off just before stoppage time. Prior to departing, he logged two tackles, two interceptions and two cl...

Impact Botman limped off late in this one and was replaced by Matt Targett in the 87th minute. Prior to coming off, he put on a strong defensive display in helping to grab the clean sheet victory. Botman did not make the Netherlands' World Cup roster, so he'll now have time to rest up over the break.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Botman kept a clean sheet with two blocks made during Sunday's scoreless draw with Manchester United.

Impact Botman started for a third consecutive match and secured a second clean sheet from his last four starts. While he tends not to put in a tremendous amount of work in the defensive stat sheet, Botman and his teammates haven't conceded more than one goal in five straight games.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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