NEWCASTLE United footballer Nile Ranger will face separate hearings on assault charges and for allegedly being drunk and disorderly.
The Newcastle United striker, 20, will face assault charges at Newcastle Crown Court on February 27, following a brief hearing at Newcastle Magistrates Court.
His drunk and disorderly case was adjourned to be back before the magistrates for trial on March 21.
The north-London born footballer, who lives in Forest Hall, North Tyneside, was bailed on condition he stays outside central Newcastle's parking meter zone between 9pm and 7am, the court heard.
Rangers loan deal with Championship side Barnsley earlier this season ended when he was injured playing for the South Yorkshire side.
Ranger who wore his hair in a knot, left court with a woman aged around 20 who wore grey trousers and a pale top.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article