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. Fabian Schar - hamstring
Schar felt tightness in his hamstring against Sheffield United, which forced him to withdraw at half-time. Possible return date: Burnley (A) 04/05. | Getty Images
2. Sven Botman - ACL
The Dutchman has been ruled out for six to nine months after undergoing surgery on his knee. Possible return date: December 2024. | Getty Images
3. Matt Targett - Achilles
Targett is sidelined for the rest of the season with an Achilles issue having only just returned from four months out. Possible return date: 2024-25 season. | Getty Images
4. Jamaal Lascelles - ACL
Lascelles sustained an ACL injury against West Ham and will be sidelined for six to nine months. Possible return date: December 2024. | AFP via Getty Images