ShareSaveLauren HirstNorth WestShareSavePA MediaJoey Barton was taken into custody to be questioned by detectives Former footballer Joey Barton has been arrested as well as a second suspect after a man was assaulted near a golf club.
It happened on Sunday at 21:00 GMT in Fairway, near Huyton and Prescot Golf Club on Merseyside.
Officers arrived at the scene and found a man with injuries to his face and ribs, Merseyside Police said.
A 50-year-old man and a 43-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of wounding. Both men remain in custody for questioning.
Police said the victim was taken to hospital for assessment of injuries to his face and ribs.
Barton played for clubs including Manchester City, Newcastle United, Queens Park Rangers, Burnley and Rangers.
The midfielder then moved into management after his retirement from playing football in 2017.
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