Newcastle United rule key man out of Everton trip - nine players now at risk of missing game
Newcastle United will again be without Allan Saint-Maximin for Thursday night’s Premier League visit to Everton (kick-off 7:45pm).
The 25-year-old has been back at the Magpies’ training ground this week after spending just over a fortnight in France working on his recovery.
Saint-Maximin picked up a hamstring injury during the 5-1 win over West Ham United on April 5 and has missed games against Brentford, Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur.
United head coach Eddie Howe initially told the media he hoped the Frenchman would be back in time for Spurs. However, the 45-year-old revealed in the build-up to the game, which United won 6-1, Saint-Maximin’s recovery was taking a little longer than anticipated.
Speaking to the media ahead of the trip to Goodison Park, Howe confirmed Saint-Maximin won’t feature. He said: “Yeah he’s back. He’s working hard to try and get fully fit. We’re pleased to have him back. It’s too early for [Thursday].”
Howe also revealed he’ll make late calls on a few players, including Fabian Schar, who limped off on Sunday with hamstring pain.
Meanwhile, Everton also have injury problems of their own. NewcastleWorld takes a look at the players who are ruled out, and who are doubtful.
1. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 19: Sven Botman, Kieran Trippier, Dan Burn and Fabian Schar of Newcastle United celebrate their side's win after the final whistle of the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Everton FC at St. James Park on October 19, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
2. Emil Krafth - out
Krafth is recovering well from an ACL injury but isn’t expected to feature against until next season.
3. Andros Townsend - out
Townsend won’t play again this season as he recovers from a serious knee injury.
4. Seamus Coleman - doubt
Coleman has missed Everton’s previous two matches with a hamstring issue.