First choice stopper Martin Dubravka is set to miss the start of the campaign after having surgery on an injured foot with Karl Darlow recovering from Covid-19.
That means Woodman – who spent the last two seasons on loan at Swansea City – could be in line to start the season, despite a number of reports linking him with potential exits from St. James’ Park in recent weeks.
And former Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips, once a bitter rival of the Magpies, has spoken about the current goalkeeping situation on Tyneside.
“Yeah, he could start, why not?” he told Football Insider.
“Once again Steve Bruce is having to deal with injuries on the eve of a new season.
“I feel sorry for him. He’s never moaned about those injuries, he just gets on with it.
“If Woodman is handed that big opportunity I’m sure he’ll take it.
“Whether he can remain the number one for the full season remains to be seen.
“He’s good enough to cope with the pressure, it’s amazing in football, you see scenarios like this all the time.
“Players get injured and a replacement comes in and they can be a superstar.
“It could be a big season for him. It will be good for the Newcastle fans to have a hometown boy there too.”
We’ve gathered the best of today’s Premier League speculation below…
5. DERBY, ENGLAND - APRIL 10: Todd Cantwell of Norwich during the Sky Bet Championship match between Derby County and Norwich City at Pride Park Stadium on April 10, 2021 in Derby, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Norwich City look set to demand a fee in the region of £40m for Todd Cantwell, as interest in the exciting midfielder continues to grow. He played a key role in his side's promotion back to the Premier League last season, scoring six goals and making five assists. Leeds United and Aston Villa have both been linked with moves in the past. (Express) (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) Photo: Alex Pantling
6. Burnley keen on Ramsdale
Burnley and Watford are the latest clubs to express an interest in signing Sheffield United goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale this summer. (Express) (Photo by Justin Tallis - Pool/Getty Images) Photo: Justin Tallis - Pool
7. O'Brien price revealed
Leeds United have been quoted a £10m asking price for Huddersfield Town midfielder Lewis O'Brien, reports have suggested. The Whites have been heavily linked with the 22-year-old, who made 42 Championship appearances last season. (The 72) (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) Photo: Alex Pantling
8. Albion open Colley talks
Brighton have opened talks with Sampdoria over a deal for defender Omar Colley – who has previously been linked with Leeds United. (Mirror) (Photo by Getty Images) Photo: Getty Images