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Sean Longstaff Discusses 'Horrible' Injury He Suffered Last Season & Responds to Man Utd Rumours

Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff has opened up about the injury that ended his breakout season this past campaign.

The 21-year-old made 26 appearances for the Magpies in 2018/19, scoring three goals and registering six assists before a knee injury ruled him out for the remainder of the season.

He suffered the injury against West Ham on 2 March during a challenge with Robert Snodgrass in what was his 11th consecutive start.

In an interview with NUFC TV, Longstaff revealed: "I'm back running and kicking a ball for the first time since the injury so that's massive.