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Barton faces police probe after Dabo clash

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05 May 2007

Manchester City midfielder Ousmane Dabo has reported team-mate Joey Barton to police after he allegedly attacked him during a training session.

The 30-year-old Frenchman required hospital treatment for injuries to his eye, nose and lip following an incident earlier this week.

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It is understood Dabo has asked police to press charges against the player.

A spokeswoman for Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the incident had been reported to them.

She added: "Greater Manchester Police has received a report from a 30-year-old man that he was assaulted. Inquiries are ongoing."

Barton was this week suspended until the end of the season by City.

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