Newcastle United host the Blades on Saturday just three days after they were defeated 2-0 by Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Eddie Howe’s side were disappointing in the capital and will be hoping to bounce back against the Blades.
However, they will likely have to do that without a whole host of injured players with Howe admitting he is unlikely to be able to welcome back any of the sidelined players that missed Wednesday’s game. Chris Wilder, meanwhile, also has a number of selection headaches to deal with at St James’ Park.
Oli McBurnie will definitely miss Saturday’s game whilst a seven-strong list of sidelined players are also expected to miss out. A handful of other doubts mean neither side have a full complement of players to pick from in the north east.
Here, we take a look at the latest injury and suspension news from both camps ahead of Newcastle United’s clash with Sheffield United:
21. Kieran Trippier - out
Trippier was substituted just after half-time against Wolves with a calf injury and has missed almost two months of action since that injury. There are hopes that he will be back fit soon - but this game may come too early. | Getty Images
22. Joelinton - out
Joelinton has undergone surgery on his thigh injury and has been ruled-out of action until May. | Getty Images
23. Lewis Miley - out
Miley was injured on England Under-20’s duty and Howe has confirmed that he will not feature again this season. | Getty Images