While the majority of Eddie Howe’s squad jetted off to Dubai hours after the 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest last time out, a number of players also linked up with their respective national teams.
The likes of Kieran Trippier, Alexander Isak and Martin Dubravka were all involved in Euro 2024 qualifiers, while Garang Kuol, on loan at Hearts, featured against Ecuador in back-to-back friendlies labelled the ‘Welcome Home’ series.
All players, except Kuol, who heads back up to Scotland, will report back to Newcastle’s Benton training base within the next 24 hours ahead of the big St James’ Park clash against the Erik ten Hag’s Red Devils.
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All players, except Kuol, who heads back up to Scotland, will report back to Newcastle’s Benton training base within the next 24 hours ahead of the big St James’ Park clash against the Erik ten Hag’s Red Devils.