Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has issued an injury update on three key players ahead of Wednesday’s EFL Cup clash against Tottenham Hotspur.The Magpies are preparing to host Spurs at St.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Carabao Cup game against Tottenham at St James' Park (kick-off 20:00 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference: Sven Botman does not have a concussion after he was forced off against Fulham but the defender didn't train on Monday.

Newcastle sit on 12.4 shots per game yet that bumps up to 14.0 in home games, with 18 against Fulham and 19 in the Champions League win over Benfica - both games taking place across the last seven days.

Eintracht Frankfurt had been close to signing Osula in the summer, but the move broke down over how the deal would be structured.

Just as Tottenham manager Thomas Frank talked up how his side were “very eager to win more trophies” ahead of Wednesday night’s game at St James’ Park, expect Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe to follow suit. This may be a cup game, but both managers are likely to name strong sides as they look to reach the quarter-finals of the competition.

The head coach looking at early November to mid-November for the striker to be finally available. Eddie Howe last week indicated though that when Wissa is finally available, he will be carefully managing the player’s time on the pitch, as he has played no club football since May.

Notable inclusions over the past few years include Chelsea bright spark Estevao, who has taken to Stamford Bridge with ease, whilst other notable players such as Joao Pedro, Richarlison, Murillo, Gabriel Martinelli and Rodrigo Muniz have all excelled after moving over from South America.

Everton are standing their ground on the future of Iliman Ndiaye, with TEAMtalk sources revealing the club's true stance on a sale amid growing interest.