Eddie Howe’s side sit sixth in the table, one place and one point behind Man United heading into this weekend’s round of fixtures.
Both teams have several injury issues heading into the game, most of which won’t be cleared up come kick-off at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.
Manchester United also have Scott McTominay suspended for the match after the midfielder picked up his fifth yellow card of the season against Everton last weekend.
Newcastle loan goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is also unable to be included in the Red Devils squad this weekend as he cannot feature against his parent club.
Here is the current team news situation heading into this weekend’s match...
5. Manchester United: Brandon Williams - OUT
The full-back is yet to feature this season after missing all of pre-season due to injury. | Manchester United via Getty Imag
6. Manchester United: Martin Dubravka - OUT
The goalkeeper is still waiting to make his Manchester United debut and will be unable to be included in the squad to face his parent club this weekend. Photo: Tom Purslow
7. Manchester United: Anthony Martial - DOUBT
The French forward is a doubt after hobbling off with a back issue against Everton last time out in the Premier League. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Newcastle United: Alexander Isak - OUT
Newcastle’s record signing is unlikely to feature at Old Trafford this weekend as he continues his recovery from a thigh injury. But Eddie Howe is expecting him to be back in contention very soon. Photo: Stu Forster