Emil Krafth insist every Newcastle United player 'knows what they are doing' when asked about the challenge of replacing Kieran Trippier. The Swedish international has deputised in the absence of the former Atletico Madrid full-back, starting the last three matches and helping Eddie Howe's side earn seven points in the process.
Trippier made an immediate impact both on and off the pitch following his January arrival, scoring free-kicks in successive wins against Everton and Aston Villa before suffering a foot injury last month. No return date has yet been given for the 31-year-old who continues to travel with the matchday squad.
There were fears over how Newcastle would cope without the England international, and Krafth was called upon with injury also ruling out Javier Manquillo. The Spanish full-back has returned to fitness but was forced to settle for a place on the bench for the victory against Brighton last time out.
