Eddie Howe misses press conference due to illness but should be on the touchline as normal at St James’ Park on Sunday

Alexander Isak is expected to be fit to start for Newcastle United against Manchester United on Sunday, but Anthony Gordon faces a late fitness test. Isak has been managing a groin issue which he picked up during the 2-1 victory over Brentford earlier this month and has been substituted in each of the last five matches.

Alexander Isak is set to be available for Newcastle United’s Premier League match against Manchester United on Sunday, while a ‘late call’ will be made over Anthony Gordon’s injury. Isak has been playing with a groin problem and was brought off early in Newcastle’s wins against Brentford and Leicester City this month.