Newcastle United star pulls out of international duty – Not feeling well

Fernández-Pardo has trained only twice since mid-October and will miss Belgium's Nations League matches against Türkiye and Italy.

Newcastle forward Matías Fernández-Pardo has withdrawn from Belgium's upcoming international break due to illness. Coach Mark van Bommel confirmed the decision at a press conference, explaining that the forward has been unwell for an extended period and has only trained twice since October 17th.

"He has only trained twice since October 17th," Van Bommel said. "As a result, he isn't at one hundred percent, which is why he isn't part of the squad. He still doesn't feel quite right, so it was his own choice."

Belgium face Türkiye and Italy in Nations League group stage matches next week. Fernández-Pardo, who made his international debut earlier this year, has earned seven caps including three World Cup appearances, though he is yet to start a match for the Red Devils. The €60m summer signing from Lille has struggled since arriving at Newcastle, remaining goalless in six appearances across all competitions.