Loris Karius says he is preparing for the AFC Bournemouth game as if he is set to make his full debut.
The German stopper had a great game in Newcastle United's 5-0 win against Al-Hilal and is now ready to top up those minutes this weekend against Rayo Vallecano. That could set up a return to the big stage of English football for Karius for the first time in four-and-a-half-years when he kept a clean sheet for Liverpool against Brighton in different 5-0 victorious margin.
Howe must decide whether Karius is the man or whether Nick Pope is ready to come in for his first game since early November. Regardless of Howe's selection Karius is determined to be ready.
