A run of four top-flight games without a goal has brought some cause for concern for the Magpies – and it could be time for Bruce to reinvent the well.
Could supporters see a formation change? Will certain players be recalled? Scroll and click through the page as we predict United’s starting XI ahead of the Clarets’ visit to St James’s Park:
9. LM: Matt Ritchie
Newcastle have looked a poorer team without Ritchie in the equation. Is it time to recall him to the starting XI? Photo: Ian MacNicol
10. ST: Miguel Almrion
Listed as a striker but wouldn’t necessarily stick to that role. Could be required to play off Joelinton rather than with him. Photo: Alex Livesey
11. ST: Joelinton
The under-fire Brazillian certainly isn’t shying away from his critics with Bruce hellbent on sticking by his record signing. Photo: Mark Runnacles