PICTURED: Nick Pope is spotted with his left arm in a sling after picking up an injury that could keep him out for MONTHS in Newcastle’s 1-0 win against Man United… leaving the Magpies to consider a shock move for David de Gea

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Nick Pope has been pictured with his left arm in a sling following the injury he sustained during Newcastle’s 1-0 win against Manchester United on Saturday. 

The England international was seen leaving Juniper Restaurant in Wilmslow, Cheshire on Monday afternoon.

He is the latest Magpies star to be set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a repeat of the dislocated shoulder problem he experienced while at Burnley.

Pope did not play for just over five months on that previous occasion between July 2018 and January 2019. 

An operation is currently considered the most likely course of action amid an expected absence of around four months. 

The England international was seen leaving Juniper Restaurant in Wilmslow, Cheshire on Monday afternoon

The 31-year-old he faces a long spell on the sidelines after picking up a shoulder injury in Newcastle’s win

Pope required medical assistance after trying to block a shot from a corner in the 82nd minute of their match against Man United

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Newcastle are considering a possible move for former Man United goalkeeper David de Gea

Back up keeper Martin Dubravka came on to replace Pope against United, where he had a brief loan spell last season. 

The Slovakian helped Newcastle preserve their 1-0 lead as they secured a deserved victory against Erik ten Hag’s inconsistent outfit. 

Pope’s anticipated prolonged absence has motivated Eddie Howe to look toward the upcoming transfer window as a source of replenishment for his stricken side. 

Former Man United star David de Gea, who has been a free agent since leaving Old Trafford last summer, is being considered as an addition. 

The Spaniard would have obvious appeal given his pedigree, immediate availability and the fact he would not require a transfer fee.

Though he was on £375,000-per-week during his final contract in Manchester and would have to accept lower to fit in with their wage structure if Newcastle were to make a firm move for him.

Howe’s side also have Loris Karius, who faced Manchester United in the Carabao Cup final last season, and Mark Gillespie among their goalkeeping ranks though the latter has yet to play a league game since returning to the club in 2020. 

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