Isak has been managing a groin issue which he picked up against Brentford, while Gordon suffered a bruised hip on international duty.

Newcastle United are looking for a fifth successive win in all competitions to keep their Champions League qualification charge on the right track. The Magpies host Manchester United at St James’ Park on Sunday (4:30pm kick-off) knowing a win would see them consolidate their place in the top five of the Premier League table.

Alexander Isak is set to be available for Newcastle United’s Premier League match against Manchester United on Sunday, while a ‘late call’ will be made over Anthony Gordon’s injury. Isak has been playing with a groin problem and was brought off early in Newcastle’s wins against Brentford and Leicester City this month.