Eddie Howe is unsure whether to drop Joelinton after the midfielder was charged with drink-driving but Newcastle’s majority Saudi Arabian owners will not interfere with the manager’s decision.
“Of course we’ve had discussions [regarding Joelinton with the owners]; we’re always very open with our discussions about events that happen at the football club and I think that’s only right,” said Howe as he prepared for Fulham’s visit to St James’ Park on Sunday. “But everything to do with Joelinton is left in my hands.
