Rafael Benitez will not be in the Newcastle dugout for his side's Premier League match at Swansea on Sunday as he recovers from an operation, the club have announced.
Newcastle fitness coach Francisco de Miguel Moreno said on Friday that Benitez still hoped to be able to be present at the Liberty Stadium, but a statement from the club confirmed he would be absent.
"We can confirm that Rafa Benitez will not be at the Liberty Stadium today as he recovers from an operation,'' the statement read.
"The team will be led by Rafa's coaching staff, who will be in contact with the manager throughout matchday.