Newcastle United have been handed a boost to their chances of finishing in the top four this season after Tottenham Hotspur confirmed midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur suffered a season-ending injury on Saturday.
The Spurs star has been absolutely vital for their success so far this season but has suffered an ACL injury after being involved in a clash with Leicester City's Nampalys Mendy but managed to limp off the field with help from physios while in severe pain.
A statement on the club website read: "We can confirm that Rodrigo Bentancur has ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee and will be out of action for the remainder of the campaign.
