With Newcastle United and Liverpool set to conflict in tonight’s 7.30pm kick-off at St James’ Park, it’s time to take a look at the early workforce information coming from each camps forward of the match.
Eddie Howe issued a “wait and see” message on Alexander Isak (hip) when talking to the media on Tuesday, saying it’s essential they handle his ache after he’s failed to coach since Saturday’s sport.
Nevertheless, Isak himself informed beIN Sports activities “I’m nice” throughout an interview on Monday, saying he’s “responded effectively” to the hip difficulty that compelled him off at Palace.
Consequently, I believe we are able to anticipate our prime scorer to be within the beginning line-up tonight.
Dan Burn needs to be OK, however he’s one to control after Howe revealed on Tuesday morning that he’s managing an ankle difficulty that has restricted him to little or no coaching time.
Three Toon defenders who will likely be lacking are Emil Krafth, Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles, nevertheless.
Liverpool with out six
As for Liverpool, they’ll be with out beginning centre-back Ibrahima Konate, which means Joe Gomez will companion Virgil van Dijk, with Caoimhin Kelleher set to start out in objective once more as Alisson has been dominated out as soon as once more.
4 others set to overlook out for the Reds embrace Jota, Conor Bradley, Kostas Tsimikas and Federico Chiesa.
Arne Slot has additionally hinted that Trent Alexander-Arnold’s minutes will likely be managed after his return from a muscle harm in Sunday’s 2-0 win over Man Metropolis. He’s anticipated to start out, however could also be taken off shortly after the hour mark.