Joey Barton pleads not guilty to attacking man in golf club 'assault'

Joey Barton has pleaded not guilty to attacking a man in an alleged assault at a golf club.

The former footballer was charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm with intent.

An altercation was claimed to have taken place near Huyton and Prescot Golf Club in Merseyside, and two men were confirmed to be involved, police confirmed.

Kevin Lynch, 51, was taken to the hospital for assessment of injuries to his face and ribs, according to the police statement.

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Both men have remained in custody since March 10 and were denied bail.

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