Newcastle United stopper Nick Pope will take part in light training for the foreseeable future, while Joe Willock is closing in on a return to full fitness. The Magpies duo both picked up injuries at the business end of the campaign as Eddie Howe's side secured Champions League football.
Pope brought forward much-needed hand surgery when Newcastle secured their place in the top four with one game to spare. The goalkeeper was back at the club's Benton HQ this week but won't be saving any shots just yet.
“Nick’s doing well, so he won’t train with us initially with his hands, but I think he can go out and do some footwork,” Howe told the club's media channels.
