Eddie Howe talks to reporters on Tuesday morning.
The match against Manchester United starts on Friday evening at 8 p.m.
As United look to progress in the Premier League, in addition to reaching the Carabao Cup semi-finals for the third time in four seasons last week.
Manchester United are currently seventh at the top of the Premier League and five places above Newcastle United.
However, Eddie Howe’s side could move above Man U if he were to win at Old Trafford with the league table being so tight.
Eddie Howe provides this Newcastle United injury update.
Availability notes for this Man U match and beyond.
Official Newcastle United injury update from Eddie Howe – December 23, 2025:
Tino Livramento
The England full-back is still missing, but Eddie Howe is hoping for good news in the near future, clarifying that there is no major injury problem, which could see Tino return to full group training fairly quickly.
Sven Botman
Eddie Howe says the centre-back has not yet trained with the group but is “not far away”.
Nick Pope
Eddie Howe expects Nick Pope to return to training today with a chance of returning to the matchday squad on Boxing Day.
Joelinton
Eddie Howe has described the Brazil international as “closer to inclusion” having been an unused substitute in recent games as he nurses a groin problem.
Four others
Eddie Howe also confirms that Dan Burn, Kieran Trippier, Emil Krafth and Will Osula will all also be missing from Boxing Day at Old Trafford.
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