Eddie Howe has several selection dilemmas to contend against West Ham United this weekend. Bruno Guimaraes’ red card in the 2-1 win over Southampton means he must serve a three-match suspension.
Newcastle United have fielded a consistent side in recent weeks, with Howe reluctant to stray from his 4-3-3 system and personnel. Joelinton has played out wide but that will likely change as he, alongside Joe Wilock and Sean Longstaff, are the only fit central midfielders available.
Taking his place on the left flank appears a straight shoot-out between Allan Saint-Maximin and new boy Anthony Gordon. Previous marquee arrivals, like Guimaraes and Sven Botman, have often had to bide their time before Howe slotted them in… will he do the same tomorrow afternoon?
