Overview
- Eddie Howe says Gordon's hip issue is not thought to be serious, though the winger could miss Sunday's match.
- Gordon has been named in England's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania, with availability to be decided after assessments.
- Will Osula is out for a short spell with an ankle problem and will miss the Brentford game, according to Howe.
- Yoane Wissa has returned to grass work and is building fitness with no knee setbacks, and he will not join DR Congo for November fixtures.
- Newcastle seek a first Premier League away win since April, with Howe calling the Brentford trip a chance to address poor road form.