Under-pressure Ralph Hasenhuttl buoyed ahead of Newcastle United by injury return

Ralph Hasenhuttl could welcome back a key player for Newcastle United’s visit to the St Mary’s Stadium.
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Southampton defender Armel Bella-Kotchap is back in training ahead of Sunday’s game.

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Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.
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Bella-Kotchap, a German international, was “hesitant” to undergo surgery as he wanted to return in time for the World Cup, according to HampshireLive.