Newcastle defender Simpson 'fine' after alleged altercation

The 26-year-old was reportedly involved in a scuffle at a takeaway in Manchester following a night out in the city with friends Danny Welbeck and Tom Cleverley

Newcastle defender Danny Simpson is set to return to training on Monday having suffered no ill effects from an alleged altercation in Manchester.

The former Manchester United trainee had been at a nightclub with friends including Red Devils duo Tom Cleverley and Danny Welbeck before allegedly leaving alone.

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The scuffle is said to have happened at a takeaway, with witnesses present telling The Sun that the 26-year-old looked liked he’d "had a few" and "was definitely drunk."

Simpson was photographed, apparently unconscious, on the floor outside.

Police arrived at the scene after hearing reports of an assault but say a man with minor injuries did not wish to make a complaint. An ambulance spokesman also confirmed that a man was taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary.

Simpson’s spokesman said: "Danny’s fine and will be back training tomorrow."