The Magpies are four games unbeaten in the Premier League and will be looking to capitalise on their stellar performance against Everton in midweek, however, the squad has had a few key injuries to contend with in recent weeks.
They also have a few longer term injuries to contend with as Eddie Howe looks to keep United in the Premier League. Newcastle sit outside the relegation zone but are just one point ahead of Norwich City.
New signing Matt Targett made his full debut in midweek however he will be ineligible to face his parent club on Sunday. Bruno Guimaraes made a fleeting appearance on Tuesday night whilst Dan Burn still waits for his Newcastle debut.
Here, we take a look at the very latest injury news affecting Newcastle United ahead of the clash with Aston Villa:
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9. Kieran Trippier - calf
A flawless performance by Trippier finished a few minutes earlier than expected as he hobbled off with a suspected calf-injury just minutes from time. No update has been issued on his current condition however there is hope that he will be available for Sunday's game. Photo: Stu Forster
10. Ciaran Clark
Left out of Newcastle's 25-man squad and unavailable for selection. Photo: Stu Forster
11. Jamal Lewis
Has recovered from a hamstring injury but has been left out of the 25-man squad and is therefore not available for the rest of the 2021-22 campaign. Photo: Stu Forster