Newcastle United are hopeful of welcoming back some key players in their final six matches of the season.
Sandro Tonali, Sven Botman, Jamaal Lascelles and now Lewis Miley and Joe Willock have all had their seasons brought to a premature end. But it is hoped the likes of Kieran Trippier, Miguel Almiron, Joelinton and Nick Pope will be back in action before the end of the Premier League season.
Question marks remain over Matt Targett’s Achilles injury with the left-back yet to feature for Newcastle in 2024. On a more positive note, Callum Wilson is likely to return to the first-team squad for Wednesday night’s trip to Crystal Palace (8pm kick-off).
Wilson has been out for the past two months after suffering a pectoral injury in the 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest. Since then, Alexander Isak had been in fine form leading the line for Newcastle and heads into the match at Selhurst Park looking to add to his 21 goals scored so far this campaign.
On Wilson, head coach Eddie Howe said ahead of the trip to Palace: “He's trained very well this week. It's been very good to have him back with the energy he brings and the quality he brings.
“He's been able to focus on his legs and his running during the period he's been out so he's come back looking really good. Hopefully he'll be able to hit the ground running and make an impact for us.”

5. Lewis Miley
Miley suffered a back injury on England Under-20’s duty and there are fears that his season could be over. He faces several weeks on the sidelines and Howe has urged caution over bringing him back too quickly with his season cut short. Estimated return: July 2024 Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images

6. Joe Willock
Willock limped off in the first half of their game against Fulham. Howe confirmed Willock was feeling his Achilles and it has since been reported that he will miss the rest of the season. Estimated return: July 2024 | Getty Images

7. Sandro Tonali
Tonali was handed a 10-month ban from football meaning he won’t be available for selection until the beginning of next season. Return date: 27/08 | Getty Images

8. Sven Botman
Botman suffered an ACL injury and has been ruled-out of action for between six and nine months. Estimated return: October - December 2024 | Getty Images