Newcastle United's January transfer plans are unlikely to be altered following Bruno Guimaraes' ankle injury in the 1-0 win over Fulham. Thankfully for the Magpies the Brazilian is expected to be out for a matter of weeks rather than months following the setback.
Guimaraes' short absence still leaves Newcastle short in midfield, with Howe acknowledging this on Sunday evening. However, Newcastle have always been on the hunt for another body in the middle of the park since Jonjo Shelvey picked up an injury over the festive period.
"It hasn't forced an immediate reaction to say we must do this or whatever, but we'll see over time and reflect," Howe said in the immediate aftermath of the injury. "I want us to be stronger, obviously, if we can. What that looks like, I don't know at this moment in time."
