Eddie Howe has provided a Newcastle United injury update heading into Saturday's Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers at St James' Park (3pm kick-off).
Sven Botman was rested for the FA Cup penalty win at Blackburn Rovers on Tuesday night, a match which saw Joe Willock start for the first time in almost four months and Elliot Anderson come on as a substitute for the first time since October.
But Howe feels both Willock and Anderson still need more time to start regularly in the Premier League.
"Similar to Joe Willock, [Anderson] is technically fit but he's not in the condition we need to have him play regularly," Howe said. "We have to nurse him back but he's been a big miss because of his versatility."
Howe also confirmed Botman is in contention to come back into the starting line-up against Wolves after a week out.
"Sven is looking good," Howe added. "We felt Sven would benefit more from training than playing after coming back from a long-term injury. We could see him [v Wolves]."
Kieran Trippier is also 'fine' after being taken off against Blackburn after 90 minutes, prior to the penalty shootout. Matt Targett remains a doubt after four months out with a hamstring injury but is close to a return.
Newcastle head into the match against Wolves looking to pick up a first home win of 2024. The Magpies have lost two and drawn two of their last four matches at St James' Park since a 3-0 win over Fulham in December.
5. Callum Wilson (chest)
Wilson managed to complete 90 minutes at Nottingham Forest but ended the match with his arm in a makeshift sling. It has since been revealed the striker suffered a pectoral injury in his chest. Has undergone surgery and is back out on the grass. Expected return: Burnley (A) - 04/05 | Getty Images
6. Miguel Almiron (knee)
Forced off just 10 minutes after coming on against West Ham with a knee issue which will keep him sidelined for around a month. Expected return: Burnley (A) - 04/05 | Getty Images
7. Joelinton (thigh)
Joelinton picked up a thigh injury during Newcastle's 3-0 win over Sunderland. He was able to briefly play on before being withdrawn. Eddie Howe has ruled the Brazilian out for at least six weeks but surgery on the injury is likely to keep the midfielder out until the end of the season. Expected return date: Brighton (H) - 11/05 | Getty Images
8. Lewis Miley (back)
Lewis Miley injured his back on international duty. There were fears his season could be over, but he may still be able to play a part of the remainder of the campaign. Expected return: May 2024 Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images