Newcastle United started their Premier League campaign with a win against newly-promoted Southampton at St. James’ Park. For their second game of the season, the Magpies will travel to the Vitality Stadium to take on AFC Bournemouth. Last year, Newcastle’s season was plagued with injuries. This season, things haven’t changed much. Newcastle have four players missing this game due to injury and a couple due to suspensions.
Eddie Howe is constantly stressing up on the fact that Newcastle needs reinforcements. There are many areas where his team lacks depth. However, this transfer window has been uneventful for the Magpies. And, only a couple of weeks left before the window shuts. Before that, the Magpies will be looking to do some business. But, they have an important match against Bournemouth this weekend. So, which players are missing this Bournemouth vs Newcastle game? Here is the latest Newcastle injury news ahead of clash against Bournemouth.
Newcastle injury news ahead of clash against Bournemouth
The Magpies have four players ruled out from this Bournemouth vs Newcastle game. And, two players are suspended. So, you will be wondering which players will not be available for selection to Eddie Howe for this game on Sunday. Here is the latest Newcastle injury news ahead of clash against Bournemouth.
Fabian Schar (ruled out)
Fabian Schar will be unavailable for this game against Bournemouth as he was sent off in the last game. So, he will be serving his suspension in this game. That is why he has to sit out.
Sven Botman (ruled out)
Sven Botman suffered a knee injury and that is why he will be out until next year. His absence will be key as Newcastle will look weak defensively.
Jamaal Lascelles (ruled out)
Staying on the defenders, Jamaal Lascelles also has a knee injury and he will be out till next year. That is why the Magpies are a little short in the back at the start of the season.
Lewis Miley (ruled out)
Lewis Miley has an ankle/foot injury and he is in recovery. He is expected to return by mid-October. So, he will be missing this Bournemouth vs Newcastle game for the Magpies as well.
Callum Wilson (ruled out)
Callum Wilson suffered a lower back injury which is keeping him out of action. But, he is expected to return next week. For this game, he is ruled out.
Sandro Tonali (ruled out)
Almost every Newcastle fan knows what happened to Sandro Tonali. But, he is on his way to making a comeback in the famous black and white shirt.
What are your thoughts on this Newcastle injury news ahead of clash against Bournemouth?