Eddie Howe is keen to extend Loris Karius' short-term deal until the end of the season with the German goalkeeper regarded as a good back-up choice for Nick Pope.
It is expected that Martin Dubravka will remain at Manchester United despite Howe - at one stage - open to discussing the possibility of a return to Newcastle after the Slovakia stopper struggled for game-time with the Red Devils. Dubravka was on the bench for much of the early part of his loan spell at Old Trafford.
But he has featured in the League Cup win against Aston Villa and featured in the friendly game Man United played in Spain against Cadiz in a 4-2 defeat in Spain. Dubravka said recently: "To be a Manchester United player is special, so I'll enjoy it."
