The Newcastle head coach will not be able to deploy a recognized striker when the champions come to St James Park, meaning Eddie Howe will likely select Anthony Gordon through the middle.

The England left-back has recovered from the foot injury which ended his season early last term and now it's a case of building up match fitness. He made two 45-minute appearances in pre-season and ...

However, with Callum Wilson having already left and no sign of a replacement arriving – Brentford ‘s Yoane Wissa currently ...