Newcastle United fresh injury concern as key man undergoes scan ahead of Chelsea clash

Newcastle United right-back Kieran Trippier says he is "feeling good" as he awaits the results of a scan on his calf injury.

The England international withdrew in the 52nd minute of the Magpies' 3-0 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday as goals from Alexander Isak, Anthony Gordon and Tino Livramento sealed a first victory at St James' Park in 2024.

Trippier's injury was the only negative to emerge but the player himself is upbeat. Speaking at the North East Football Writers Awards Dinner on Sunday evening, the 33-year-old said: "I just felt something in my calf and I don't want to take any risks or anything.

"I had a good chat with the manager but I won't know anything until [Monday]. My calf is feeling good but you know scan results can say anything, but most importantly I'm feeling positive."

Eddie Howe's side aren't back in action until next Monday when they visit Chelsea in the Premier League. Asked if he'd be available for the important trip to Stamford Bridge, Trippier replied: "I don't know. My calf is feeling good now but we'll see what the medical staff say."

Four points separate both Newcastle (8th) and Chelsea (11th) in the top-flight table as they look to finish in the European qualification places come May.

United's last trip to Stamford Bridge ended in penalty shootout heartbreak as Mauricio Pochettino's men advanced into the semi finals of the Carabao Cup. Indeed, it was Trippier's last minute error that led to Mykhailo Mudryk equalising after Newcastle led through Callum Wilson.