Injury 'setback' for Newcastle United player

The goalkeeper, sidelined with a heel injury since the summer, was due back in training later this month.

However, Dubravka – who had surgery in August – could be out until December, according to The Times.

The 31-year-old, signed from Sparta Prague, initially on loan, in January 2018, had been a Premier League ever-present for the club until this season.

Karl Darlow has deputised in his absence so far this season.