Newcastle v Wolves: Who's out and who's a doubt

Vitor Pereira named a strong side in the cup win over Bristol City and now has Matheus Cunha available again, after completing his two-game suspension.

But will the head coach receive a further boost by the return of some key defensive players?

Craig Dawson - 75% chance

The centre-back has been out with a calf strain but will now travel with the team to face Newcastle, alongside some injured team-mates.

"Nelson, Cunha and Dawson will be ready for the match," Pereira said.

"They are coming from injuries and we need to be careful about minutes they can play, but we need players with quality."

Nelson Semedo - 75% chance

Club captain Semedo has been missing with a hamstring injury but, as Pereira explained, is now set to be with the squad.

Whether he starts the game, remains to be seen.

"Nelson recovered in that time because in the beginning the expectations were worse and he recovered faster than we thought," Pereira said.

Matheus Cunha - 75% chance

Cunha is back from his suspension but has also had to contend with a knock he picked up when he came off at half-time against Spurs.

"He will be with us, he will travel with us for the game," Pereira added.

"But, I will respect my medical department because I'm not a doctor.

"I'm not a coach to force the players to play for 90 minutes, it's impossible and will be a big risk for him.

"The communication between my staff and the medical department is very important.

"He's (Cunha) training, but his fitness level and condition is now not the best."

Mario Lemina - 50% chance

The former captain is now available again after recovering from illness, but is still keen to leave Wolves this month.

And Pereira has called for the 'issue' to be solved soon.

"This is an issue that he must solve with the club, it is between Mario and the club," he said.

"I know what he wants, the club knows, and now they have to solve this issue.

"I expect him to be professional, help the team and try to solve the problem."

Toti Gomes - 0% chance

Toti has been sidelined since the end of 2024 with a hamstring issue and was due to be close to returning.

But Pereira revealed that the injury is worse than first feared and he will miss tomorrow's game.

He said: "For Toti, the injury was a little more serious, but he is recovering well and I hope he will have him on the pitch as soon as possible."