Newcastle United man facing seven months sidelined as Eddie Howe gives injury update
Eddie Howe has revealed Callum Wilson remains a doubt for Newcastle United’s clash against West Ham United.
The 32-year-old has not featured since a cameo in the final-day win over Brentford six months ago. A back injury ruled Wilson out over the pre-season and he was expected to make a return around the October international break.
However, muscle tightness has kept the striker on the sidelines - placing the goalscoring burden on Alexander Isak’s shoulders. Howe expects Wilson - entering the final year of his Toon contract - to train later today but could not guarantee a return on Monday.
“He’s doing well,” he said. “We anticipate he’s going to train with the group today. Whether he’s quite there for West Ham, let’s see, there’s a chance he could be involved. But he has to get through the next few days in training first.”
Howe provided a more positive update on Kieran Trippier, who last played in the goalless draw at Everton on October 5. But there was bad news for another right-back, Emil Krafth, who underwent an operation for a broken collar bone.
Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles are also continuing their recovery from ACL tears. Howe added: “Trippier is slightly closer than Callum. He trained Thursday, trained well and felt good.
(There were) no ill effects and looked sharp but that was his first day back training. Emil Krafth had an operation and we anticipate that he will be out for around 6-8 weeks. (A) big blow for us to lose such a consistent performer. He will continue his rehab. Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman will continue their respective paths.”