Source: PA
Simpson: I'll be back
Newcastle full-back Danny Simpson has vowed to come back stronger than ever after a lengthy injury lay-off.
The 22-year-old is hoping to return to action by the middle of next month to end a frustrating spell on the sidelines with ruptured tendon.
Having initially played through the pain, he had to admit defeat and undergo surgery in May, and has seen summer signing James Perch take over the right-back spot he made his own during the club's promotion drive last season.
However, that has simply fuelled Simpson's desire to complete his rehabilitation and force his way back into the team.
He told the Journal: "I'm the kind of person who wants it even more after a setback like I've had. I feel desperate to get back as soon as possible. I'm delighted the lads have started well and are picking up points and doing well - and I just want to be part of it now.
"I have never really had an injury before and I miss playing so much. When you are fit and playing, you don't realise how much it means sometimes, but now I do. If anything, this will make me stronger - I will come back better because of it, I think."
