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Newcastle United host Leicester City aiming to put their hugely disappointing defeat against Brentford last weekend behind them. The Magpies know that a win is essential in ensuring they do not fall too far behind their rivals in the race for European qualification.
However, this weekend sees them come up against a revitalised Leicester City under new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. The Dutchman has seen his side take four points from his first two matches in charge, but will manage the Foxes away from the King Power Stadium for the first time this weekend when he takes his side to the north east.
Newcastle United remain without a few of their long-term absentees for Saturday’s game, whilst they will also be sweating on the fitness of Joe Willock after he missed the defeat against Brentford. Leicester, meanwhile, have a number of injuries to contend with and will be without four players - including midfielder Boubakary Soumare through suspension.
Here, we take a look at the latest injury and suspension news from both camps ahead of Newcastle United’s clash with Leicester City:
5. Jakub Stolarczyk - out
Stolarczyk suffered an ankle injury in summer - one that is expected to keep him sidelined until the end of the calendar year. Photo: Chris Donnelly
6. Harry Winks - doubt
Winks hasn’t featured since injuring his groin in Steve Cooper’s final match in charge of the Foxes. He is a doubt for Saturday’s game. Photo: Michael Regan
7. Jamaal Lascelles - out
Lascelles remains sidelined with an ACL injury and will be out until around February. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Joe Willock - doubt
Willock missed Saturday’s defeat against Brentford with a minor hamstring injury. Howe revealed post-match that he was hopeful it was nothing serious. He is a doubt for this weekend’s clash against Leicester City. | Getty Images