Newcastle United fullback Massadio Haidara is expected to miss the rest of the season.

Reports in France have revealed the left-back underwent surgery in Lyon and therefore has no chance of playing again until next season, says the Evening Chronicle.

This blow will not come as a huge shock to John Carver, who had not expected to see the 22-year-old back in his team.

Haidara has suffered from a run of injuries since moving to the club more than two years ago.