Newcastle United head into the final five games of the Premier League season hoping to receive some welcome injury boosts.
United welcomed Callum Wilson back after two months out with a pectoral injury. The striker came off the bench in the second half of the 2-0 defeat at Crystal Palace on Wednesday night.
One player who remained on the bench was Tino Livramento, with head coach Eddie Howe confirming after the match that the right-back is still struggling with an ankle issue that has kept him out of the starting line-up for over a month.
The likes of Kieran Trippier, Joelinton, Nick Pope and Miguel Almiron are yet to return to full training but it is hoped they will be back involved before the end of the season. But Lewis Miley, Joe Willock, Sven Botman, Jamaal Lascelles and Sandro Tonali have all had their seasons cut short.
Newcastle head into the final five games sitting seventh in the table with 20th-place Sheffield United up next at St James’ Park on Saturday (3pm kick-off). The Blades were beaten 8-0 by Eddie Howe’s side at Bramall Lane back in September and have the worst defensive record in the Premier League’s 38-game history having conced 92 goals in 34 matches.
Last time out, Newcastle failed to score in a league match for the first time since December but have scored 20 goals in their last seven matches at St James’ Park in 2024.
The Magpies will be hoping for some injury boosts this weekend as they look to get back to winning ways and keep their European push going.
Here is Newcastle United’s injury list and expected return dates...
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