Sven Botman - knee

Newcastle United defender Sven Botman (25) initially experienced knee discomfort during Newcastle’s match preparation in late February 2025. Although he was close to returning for the clash against Brighton, he felt pain in his knee the day before the game. This prompted further medical assessment, which revealed the need for surgery to address fluid buildup. (Source: Mail Sport)

Botman is set to miss approximately eight weeks after undergoing knee surgery. The Dutch centre-back has been dealing with recurring knee issues, which have now required an operation to clear out fluid. Fortunately, the injury is not as serious as his previous anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, and he is expected to return before the end of the season. (Source: Craig Hope, Mail Sport)

Given this timeline, Botman could return around early May 2025, potentially featuring in Newcastle’s final fixtures of the season.

Update Tuesday 15 April 2025

Tindall said: "We're really pleased with Sven, he's back on the grass and ahead of schedule. Hopefully, we'll see him really soon."

He could return in May for the final three or four games of the campaign. (Source: The Chronicle)

Update Friday 18 April 2025

🎙️| Jason Tindall: "Not this weekend, but maybe next weekend, depending on his progress. We've been really pleased with Sven." (Source: Dominic Scurr, Shields Gazette)

Update Friday 25 April 2025

🎙️| Eddie Howe: "Sven Botman has trained well this week and it's great to see him back with the group and on the grass." "It's early stages but a really big step for him."