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...
9. Newcastle United: Jonjo Shelvey - OUT
Shelvey has been out since pre-season with a hamstring injury but is now back in training and closing in on a return. Photo: Gualter Fatia
10. Newcastle United: Matt Ritchie - OUT
Ritchie is sidelined with a calf injury. | Getty Images
11. Newcastle United: Karl Darlow - OUT
The Newcastle goalkeeper has been ruled out with an ankle injury. Photo: Gualter Fatia
12. Newcastle United: Emil Krafth - OUT
Krafth has been ruled out for the majority of the season after picking up an ACL injury back in August. | Getty Images