Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United squad are feeling the physical effects of three games in six games.
It’s been a busy period after the two-week international break but the Magpies have responded by claiming maximum points against Manchester United, West Ham United and Brentford.
That has extended United’s winning run to five, further underlining their Champions League qualification credentials ahead of the remaining nine fixtures.
Next up is Aston Villa, who are one of the Premier League’s most in-form teams. Unai Emery has won 10 of his 16 games since taking charge at Villa, and is seven matches unbeaten.
Here’s a look at the latest Newcastle United injury news ahead next Saturday’s clash (kick-off 12:30pm):
5. Allan Saint-Maximin - hamstring
Saint-Maximin missed United’s 2-1 win at Brentford and is expected be sidelined for a couple of weeks. Expected return date: Tottenham Hotspur (H) 23/04. | Getty Images
6. Bruno Guimaraes - ankle
Guimaraes revealed after the Brentford game he is nursing an ankle injury but expects to feature next week. Expected return date: Aston Villa (A) 15/04. | AFP via Getty Images