Hatem Ben Arfa Out For Six Months!

Last updated : 04 October 2010 By Footy Mad - Editor

The 23-year old, who is on loan at St James' Park from Marseille with a view to a permanent move, was injured after just three minutes of the game against Manchester City following a challenge from midfielder Nigel De Jong .

Ben Arfa's agent Michel Oazine told French radio station RTL L'Equipe that the player will be missing for at least the next six months.

A statement released by Newcastle on Sunday read: "X-rays taken this afternoon have confirmed that he has suffered a broken tibia and fibula of his left leg.

"He will undergo surgery tomorrow morning.

"Everyone connected with the club sends Hatem their best wishes for a speedy recovery.

"At this stage no time limit has been put on his expected return date."