Eddie Howe issues new update on striker as Carabao Cup final looms - Magpies boss has also revealed latest on Sven Botman and Lewis Hall and why club won’t appeal Anthony Gordon suspension

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak limped off in their last match against Brighton & Hove Albion but manager Eddie Howe played down fears of an injury and has said the Swede should be available for the League Cup final against Liverpool.

It’s been a difficult few days for the Toon, with a foot injury ruling Lewis Hall out for the remainder of the season and Anthony Gordon set to miss the side’s Carabao Cup final against Liverpool through suspension. Howe will also be without Sven Botman for the foreseeable future as the Dutch central defender requires surgery on his knee.