And Steve Bruce has been talking injuries, Andy Carroll, the return of Dwight Gayle, contracts, transfers and the January window.
Here’s EVERYTHING the Magpies head coach discussed at his Benton press call this morning.
9. What's up with Miguel Almiron?
"With Almiron he needs a bit of confidence with a goal. He looks like his spirits are up in training and I am quietly confident he will add to his performances with a goal." Photo: Nathan Stirk
10. Dwight Gayle set for a recall?
"We have Dwight Gayle back. I have always liked Dwight, he is a very good player. I tried to sign him three times and never able to do it. " Photo: Ian MacNicol
11. Bruce on the January transfer window
"We will look at January and see what we need then. That is a difficult month. We will concentrate on what we can do with this squad at the minute." Photo: Mark Runnacles
12. On Wolves & their Europa League exploits
"It’s always a difficult. We experienced it a few years ago at Hull, that mindset of playing Thursday and then Sunday. The big teams are used to it but it can be difficult. Let’s hope they are really tired, bruised and battered and the plane has been delayed five hours." Photo: VLADIMIR SIMICEK