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- Judge David Potter adjourned Joey Barton’s trial to March 8, 2027.
- Barton remains remanded in custody pending a bail hearing on Monday.
- The two-week case concerns an alleged assault on Kevin Lynch, who suffered serious eye injuries.
- Barton denied causing grievous bodily harm with intent after drinking with Lynch at Huyton and Prescot Golf Club.
- Barton, 44, from Widnes, Cheshire, appeared in a suit, gave a thumbs-up and has one England cap.
