Newcastle United will make a late call on Kieran Trippier's fitness ahead of Saturday's derby against Sunderland (kick-off 12:45pm).
The England international missed the 4-2 defeat to Liverpool on New Year's Day because of a thigh injury. Trippier wasn't spotted in training on Thursday and remains a doubt for the short trip to the Stadium of Light.
Speaking to the media on Friday, United boss Eddie Howe said: "With Kieran we’re going to give him a late test today and see how he is for tomorrow.
Callum Wilson is ruled out of the next two matches against Sunderland and Manchester City with a calf injury. But Howe hopes to have the 31-year-old back for Aston Villa on January 30.
Asked about Wilson, Howe said: "It’s not too bad but it’s enough to keep him out of this game and our next game. But hopefully we'll have him back for Aston Villa."
Meanwhile, the likes of Harvey Barnes, Joe Willock and Elliot Anderson remain sidelined. Here's Newcastle United's injury list in full and each player's potential return date:
1. Nick Pope - shoulder
Pope dislocated his shoulder in the Premier League win over Man Utd but is recovering ahead of schedule. Possible return date: Mid to late March 2024.
2. Sandro Tonali - banned
Tonali is suspended from football until August 2024 following an investigation into illegal betting activity. Possible return date: August 2024.
3. Joelinton - thigh
Joelinton underwent thigh surgery last month and won't return until May at the earliest. Possible return date: May 2024.
4. Matt Targett - hamstring
Targett underwent hamstring surgery early December. Could return to training in the next couple of weeks. Possible return date: Wolves (H) 02/03.