The Premier League returns to St James’ Park this weekend when Newcastle United face Luton Town. Newcastle’s impressive 3-1 win at Villa Park will give them confidence heading into the weekend’s game, although their visitors also scored an equally impressive 4-0 win against Brighton.
The Hatters also defeated Newcastle in the reverse fixture at Kenilworth Road where a strike from former Magpie Andros Townsend was enough to secure a 1-0 win for Rob Edwards’ side. Eddie Howe, meanwhile, could welcome back a couple of players this weekend but will likely be without Alexander Isak after he picked up an injury in midweek.
Here, we take a look at the latest injury news from both camps ahead of Newcastle United’s clash with Luton Town:
1. Jacob Brown - doubt
Brown was rested last weekend as a precaution over a knee injury and didn’t feature on the bench against Brighton. He could make a return to the squad this weekend. Photo: Liam Smith
2. Issa Kabore - doubt
Kabore has been away at the African Cup of Nations with Burkina Faso. He couldn’t help prevent their elimination at the hands of Mali on Tuesday night. Photo: Liam Smith
3. Tom Lockyer - out
Lockyer hasn’t played since collapsing during Luton’s game with Bournemouth in December. Photo: Eddie Keogh
4. Mads Andersen - out
Andersen was injured during their win over Bolton in the FA Cup and is still a couple of weeks away from returning to action. Photo: Liam Smith