Ex-footballer Barton denies golf club attack

The ex-Manchester City, Newcastle United, QPR, Burnley and Rangers player is accused of assault.

Developing Major update Updated Apr 7, 2026, 12:49 PM UTC

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BBC: Ex-footballer Barton denies golf club attack.

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