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Who Eddie Howe should pick in midfield as Newcastle boss faces Tottenham selection dilemma

Newcastle travel to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday as they look to rediscover their winning form. Eddie Howe's men had gone on an incredible nine match unbeaten run to pull clear of Premier League relegation trouble but headed into the international break on the back of two defeats.

The Magpies now take on Champions League chasing Spurs and Howe has a genuine selection headache in midfield to contend with. Big money January signing Bruno Guimaraes was made to be patient for his opportunity given the form of Newcastle's midfield trio of Joe Willock, Jonjo Shelvey and Joelinton.

However, injuries and illness presented the Brazilian international with his chance and he impressed during three successive starts in March. He has then backed that up with is national team, bagging a goal and two assists as the Selecao sealed top sport in South America World Cup qualifying.

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