Eddie Howe is pondering making a change in goal ahead of tonight's home clash with Crystal Palace.
The Magpies played Karl Darlow in the 2-1 win at Tranmere Rovers in the last round before the long-serving stopper picked up an ankle injury. Howe then signed former Liverpool stopper Loris Karius but the 29-year-old is yet to feature.
Nick Pope has been outstanding between the posts for Newcastle this season and would still be keen to help the club progress in the cup. Howe kept his team under wraps when asked about the keepers tonight.