Newcastle manager Eddie Howe says Kieran Trippier's early departure from their post-season friendly in Australia on Wednesday was not due to injury,
The England full-back was substituted in the 37th minute, but Howe said the change was planned before kick-off of their match with Tottenham Hotspur at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Trippier, who is coming back from a calf injury, was selected in England's provisional squad for Euro 2024.
Howe said Trippier will remain in Australia with the club for the rest of week, but would not commit to whether he will play in Newcastle's final friendly on Friday against a selection from the domestic A-League.
Newcastle defeated Spurs 5-4 in a penalty shootout.