Newcastle United were beaten 3-0 away at Aston Villa last time out and will be keen to bounce back this weekend at home to Tottenham Hotspur. The Toon Army will be pleased to be back playing on home soil after three consecutive matches on the road.
They are 4th in the Premier League after Manchester United’s 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest on Sunday afternoon. Eddie Howe’s side are currently three points above Spurs with a game in-hand on them still.
Here is a look at some of the latest team news regarding both Newcastle and their upcoming opponents at St. James’ Park...
1. Allan Saint-Maximin, Newcastle, doubt
The pacey winger has a hamstring injury and is a big doubt for the game at this stage. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
2. Emil Krafth, Newcastle, out
He has been out for the majority of this campaign with an ACL injury. Photo: Stu Forster
3. Ryan Fraser, Newcastle, out
The winger has been banished from the first-team and is expected to leave this summer.
4. Clement Llenget, Spurs, doubt
He will need to be assessed by Spurs ahead of their trip up to the North East.