Eddie Howe’s side will travel to Elland Road sat in third place in the Premier League table and they know they will temporarily open up a six-point advantage on fifth-placed Liverpool if they can secure a win against the relegation-threatened Whites. Allardyce’s men are sat second from bottom in the table but crucially are just two points from safety, despite a number of results going against them last weekend.
Both managers were questioned on the fitness of some key players ahead of Saturday’s game when they spoke to the media over the last couple of days and both Allardyce and Howe have revealed they will have some big calls to make before kick-off.
Ahead of a crucial fixture at either end of the Premier League table, the Shields Gazette looks at the latest injury news and selection issues facing Allardyce and Howe.
1. Leeds United v Newcastle United team news
The latest injury news from both sides ahead of the Elland Road clash. Photo: George Wood
2. OUT: Liam Cooper
Leeds defender Cooper was ruled out of the game by Sam Allardyce - but the Whites boss suggested he could be available over the next week Photo: STEVE BARDENS
3. OUT: Luis Sinisterra
An ankle injury has put the former Feyenoord star out of action for the remainder of the season. Photo: Getty Images
4. OUT: Tyler Adams
Allardyce was asked about a possible return for the United States international ahead of the game but seems to rule Adams out for the rest of the season. Photo: Getty Images