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:
5. Lewis Miley - back
The 17-year-old has been sidelined with a back injury since the March international break and won't play again this campaign. Possible return date: 2024-25 season. | Getty Images
6. Joe Willock - Achillies
Newcastle have taken the decision to rest Willock for the remainder of the campaign as he overcomes an ongoing Achilles issue. Possible return date: 2024-25 season. | Getty Images
7. Sandro Tonali - banned
Tonali is suspended from football until August following an investigation into illegal betting activity. Possible return date: August 2024. | Getty Images
8. Miguel Almiron - knee
Howe says Almiron should be "there or thereabouts" for Burnley after missing the last month with a knee injury. Possible return date: Burnley (A) 04/05 | Getty Images