Overview
- Head coach Eddie Howe says Anthony Gordon is a touch‑and‑go decision after a recurring hip issue, rating the winger 50-50 for Saturday.
- Nick Pope has completed concussion protocols and is expected to be available, with Aaron Ramsdale having trained as the standby No 1.
- Dan Burn is suspended for the match at St James' Park, increasing the likelihood of Lewis Hall starting and with Tino Livramento close to a return.
- Yoane Wissa remains unavailable as he steps up rehabilitation from a PCL knee injury and is not expected to face Manchester City.
- Anthony Elanga has returned from Sweden for personal reasons without injury and has been cleared by the Swedish FA to prepare for selection.