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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:
5. Marvelous Nakamba - out
Nakamba picked up a knee injury in training last month and is expected to miss the majority, if not all, of the campaign. Photo: Liam Smith
6. Matt Targett - out
Targett was substituted very early on against Manchester United after suffering a hamstring injury in November. His return has been teased on social media after he was spotted on an exercise bike. | Getty Images
7. Nick Pope - out
Pope has been ruled-out of action for the next couple of months after dislocating his shoulder during the win over Manchester United in December. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton - out
Joelinton has undergone surgery on his thigh injury and has been ruled-out of action until May. Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images