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Matty Hewitt

Newcastle United supporters raise Callum Wilson question as striker misses Leicester clash

A contingent of Newcastle United supporters have asked if it's time to find more cover for Callum Wilson with the striker ruled out of today's clash with Leicester City. The Magpies number nine was not part of the travelling squad having been struck down by an illness.

Eddie Howe made just the one change from the win over Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup. Chris Wood came into the side to replace Wilson, who played 76 minutes in the win over the Cherries.

Wilson has had his fair share of injury problems during his time with the Toon but was called up to England's World Cup squad for the World Cup in Qatar. The striker returned from the tournament unscathed, but supporters have raised the need for further investment up front with Wood the only fit striker at the club, in Wilson's absence and Alexander Isak's long-term injury.

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