November 22nd 2024.
Kieran Trippier is getting closer to being able to play again after dealing with an injury that has kept him off the field. Along with Trippier, Callum Wilson is also on the mend and making progress towards returning to the game. However, their coach Eddie Howe is not confirming whether they will be ready to play on Monday night when Newcastle takes on West Ham.
Wilson, who has been sidelined with hamstring and back problems, has yet to play this season. While Trippier has made five Premier League appearances, he hasn't played since October 5th due to his own hamstring injury. Despite their recent winning streak, Howe is in no rush to rush the two players back into the starting lineup. However, he is confident that they are close to being ready.
During a press conference on Friday, Howe gave an update on Wilson's progress, stating, "He's doing well and we anticipate he will be training with the group today. Whether he will be ready for the West Ham game, we will have to wait and see. We want to make sure he is fully fit before he returns and can make a positive impact on the team."
He also emphasized the importance of managing Wilson's return carefully, saying, "We know how important he is to the team, but we have to be cautious and make sure we don't push him too hard too soon. We have learned from past experiences and want to make sure he is in the best possible condition when he does come back."
Regarding Trippier, Howe mentioned that the defender is making good progress and trained well on his first day back with the team. However, they are still being cautious with his recovery and are navigating the final stages before he can return to the field.
Injuries have been a common issue for Newcastle this season, with Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles on the long-term injured list and Emil Krafth joining them after undergoing shoulder surgery. Howe expressed disappointment in losing Krafth, who has been a consistent performer for the team, and stated that he will be out for 6 to 8 weeks.
Despite these setbacks, Howe is determined to continue their winning streak and secure a fourth straight victory on Monday night. He assured that apart from Krafth and the suspended Dan Burn, the team is in good shape and ready to take on West Ham.
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