Burglars break in Newcastle star Joelinton’s house during Manchester City clash

Another Premier League player has fallen victim to a burglary, as Newcastle star Joelinton was robbed during Saturday’s match against Manchester City.

The Brazilian, recovering from a thigh problem, and his family were in the stands at St. James’ Park witnessing the Magpies’ heartbreaking 3-2 loss to the reigning champions.

However, their ordeal worsened after the match.

According to The Daily Mail, Joelinton received an alert during the game indicating that intruders were entering his home. Police were immediately notified, and a helicopter was dispatched to address the situation.

In a statement, Northumbria Police confirmed that the thieves had fled Joelinton’s residence in Darras Hall.

They said in a statement on Sunday: “Shortly before 7.30 p.m. yesterday [Saturday], police received a call from a concerned homeowner who reported that three men were inside their home in Darras Hall.

Thankfully, the homeowner was not home but had received a security alert on their phone and immediately reported concerns to police.

Police were deployed to the scene; however, those alleged to be involved had fled the scene. Enquires remain ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact us via 101 or the ‘Report’ pages of our website, quoting log NP-20240113-0835.”

Contrary to Joelinton’s case, he and his family were fortunately not at home during the burglary, as highlighted in the statement. However, Saturday’s opponent, Jack Grealish, wasn’t as fortunate.

On Boxing Day, the City winger experienced a burglary at his Cheshire home, resulting in the theft of £1 million ($1.27 million) worth of jewelry. Unfortunately, Grealish’s fiancée and family were present during the raid.

This incident adds to a series of burglaries targeting Premier League players in recent months, with Kevin De Bruyne, Victor Lindelof, and Joao Cancelo (during his time at City) all falling victim within the past year.

While Joelinton’s family was spared the ordeal of facing a terrifying break-in, investigations will persist to identify the alleged culprits.

On the field, Joelinton will be focused on regaining full fitness, as Eddie Howe’s Newcastle side, following a defeat to City, finds itself just one point away from the bottom half of the Premier League.