Highlights
- Newcastle United's midfield has been severely affected by injuries and suspensions, leaving Eddie Howe short of options in the middle of the park at St. James' Park.
- Sandro Tonali's ten month ban, coupled with a one-match suspension for Bruno Guimaraes and an injury to Elliot Andersen leaves the Magpies scraping the barrel in terms of their squad depth.
- The Tyneside outfit had considered a move for Al Hilal star Ruben Neves but could turn their attentions to Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips and another Premier League midfielder in the 2024 winter transfer window.