Newcastle United have several players close to returning to action after a training ground injury boost was revealed this week.
Callum Wilson is now back in full training after two months out with a pectoral injury and is pushing to play a role in Newcastle’s final six matches of the season. The Magpies currently sit sixth in the table and will be hoping to qualify for Europe for a second successive season though Champions League qualification is highly unlikely.
No fresh injury concerns were reported following Newcastle’s 4-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur last time out. Jacob Murphy limped off in the match but that was later confirmed to be a leg cramp.
Joe Willock’s Achilles injury has ultimately brought the midfielder’s season to a premature end while Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles’ seasons were also cut short due to ACL injuries.
Miguel Almiron and Joelinton are both back on the grass following their respective injuries. Goalkeeper Nick Pope hasn’t featured for Newcastle since early December but is closing in on a return from a dislocated shoulder.
Next up for Newcastle is a mid-week trip to Crystal Palace on April 24 (8pm kick-off) as they look to secure a third successive Premier League win for the first time since September.
1. Fabian Schar
Was forced off at half-time against Sheffield United with a hamstring issue. Eddie Howe confirmed it was not a serious injury but it's unclear if the defender will be passed fit to play against Burnley next week. Estimated return: TBC (May 2024)
2. Miguel Almiron
Almiron was a casualty against West Ham, being replaced just minutes after coming on as a substitute with a knee issue. He has been back on the grass and is close to a return. Estimated return: Burnley (A) - 04/05
3. Kieran Trippier
Trippier hasn’t featured since the win over Wolves at the beginning of March. A calf injury has kept him out of action since then and has spoken about taking extra precautions to ensure he doesn't pick up another injury. Expected return: Brighton (H) - 11/05
4. Nick Pope
Pope dislocated his shoulder during the win over Manchester United in December. An April return was initially estimated as he gets eased into training. Estimated return: Brighton (H) - 11/05