Newcastle will be without at least three key players for the visit of Manchester United on December 27. The Magpies go into the clash on the back of three straight defeats as their defensive struggles continue.
Manchester City bagged four in their triumph at St James' Park last time out, Eddie Howe now facing an enormous task to keep Newcastle in the Premier League this season.
Ralf Rangnick's side travel to Tyneside for their first competitive fixture in 16 days after an outbreak in the camp saw the postponement of clashes against Brentford and Brighton.
Champions League qualification is still in sight for United this season, with Rangnick's side knowing if they win their games in hand, they would jump in the top four for the first time
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