Eddie Howe facing genuine midfield dilemma as Newcastle trio hit form and Jonjo Shelvey returns

Eddie Howe says his midfield is starting to have a "good look" about it as the season settles down. The absence of Jonjo Shelvey in the first six or seven games was there for all to see as Howe turned to Bruno Guimaraes to provide balance in the engine room.

But with Shelvey due back he may have a fight on his hands with Bruno, Sean Longstaff and Joe Willock coming into their best form.

All three shone at Fulham in a 4-1 win with Willock grabbing two assists, Bruno teeing up Miguel Almiron for a wonder goal and Sean Longstaff getting on the scoresheet.