Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe says he will have to make a late call on Switzerland international Fabian Schar ahead of the trip to Everton.
Schar came off early in the 6-1 victory against Tottenham Hotspur with a hamstring problem and is still undergoing assessment. That would leave Howe with a decision to make at the heart of defence with Jamaal Lascelles in contention to replace him.
Howe said: "Fab is one we have to check on and make a late call. Bruno should be fine. We have a couple of other knocks."
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But the game will come too early for Allan Saint-Maximin who is still recovering from a hamstring injury after receiving treatment in France. Saint-Maximin is back on Tyneside but won't be in the squad for Goodison Park according to Howe.
Howe reflected: "He's back and working hard to get fully fit. We're pleased to have him back. It's too early (for Everton)."
Newcastle also go into the game with Miguel Almiron and Callum Wilson locked on 11 goals each and Alexander Isak breathing down their necks on double figures.
Howe said: "I'd probably say you'd hear Callum talking about that. Miggy and Alex are different characters.
"Callum is an out-and-out striker and that's what he's done throughout his career. If we can get more up there great."
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