Bruno Guimaraes injury hint & Newcastle United midfielder ruled out v Crystal Palace – on one condition
Eddie Howe has provided an injury update on Newcastle United midfield duo Joe Willock and Bruno Guimaraes ahead of Saturday’s trip to Crystal Palace (3pm kick-off).
Both Willock and Guimaraes were forced off during Monday’s 2-0 defeat against West Ham United at St James’ Park and were declared doubts for the trip to Selhurst Park. But Howe is pleased with how both players have responded and admitted they could feature this weekend.
“They have a chance to play,” said the Newcastle boss. “They’re not serious injuries so we’ll make a decision [Friday].
“Joe took a nasty whack trying to block a shot just above the ankle and lost a bit of feeling and it went numb for a while. It looks like he improved pretty quickly.
“Mentally Bruno has been really strong. He’s had a lot to cope with and you can never underestimate the impact of playing for a country like Brazil has – it’s intense pressure for him and a lot of travel. Then he comes back here, he’s captain and he’s got a big demand on him but he’s relished that demand and he’s embracing it.”
