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Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez has returned to work after being given the all-clear by doctors following a hernia operation.
The Spaniard was absent from the dugout for Sunday's 1-0 victory over Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium.
The former Liverpool boss suffered a groin problem after undergoing surgery, but he is now ready to resume his duties after returning to the club's training base this morning.
The boss is back 💪ðŸ½#NUFC pic.twitter.com/JYZD2NIOTe
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) September 12, 2017
Benitez will now switch his focus to the next challenge, which will be a Premier League match against Stoke City this Saturday at St James' Park.
The North-East outfit currently reside 10th in the table following two wins and two defeats.
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