Nat Hayward - BBC Sport journalistFri, November 28, 2025 at 10:10 AM UTC·2 min readNewcastle boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium (17:30 GMT).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHowe began with an injury update: "Nothing major from the game [against Marseille]. We will have a good look at the guys today. Sven Botman has been nursing a back problem in the last few days."
Kieran Trippier will be out for "around a month" after having a scan on a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, the visit to Everton is "probably too soon" for Emile Krafth who "came back from international duty with a knee issue", but Howe confirmed it is not "too serious".
On Yoane Wissa, who on Wednesday trained with the squad for the first time since his summer move from Brentford: "He is doing well. I was really pleased with how he looked. That's his first time competitively with the group. Let's see how he responds today."
On a potential return date for the DR Congo international who suffered a knee injury while on international duty in September: "We've got one in mind, but it's probably best if I keep that to myself. We don't want to disappoint anyone. Of course, we want to involve him as soon as possible."
Howe said "all options of course are on the table" when asked whether Aaron Ramsdale could replace Nick Pope in goal after his error in Marseille: "I need to think long and hard about who I pick and try to do that on merit. I get the luxury of seeing the players train and I will make my call."
He described the treatment of Newcastle fans in Marseille as "desperately disappointing", adding: "It's very sad to hear because from my perspective, the most important thing is that everyone who goes to games is that they enjoy the experience, that it's a safe experience. My thoughts are with everyone who travelled and I hope they are OK."
On the difficulties of navigating a busy schedule for Newcastle: "Obviously fatigue is the big one. Not always physical fatigue, sometimes it's mental fatigue. It can feel you are always preparing for a game which can bring different challenges. We are trying to keep things fresh."
On David Moyes and Everton: "He is a manager I respect. Huge amount of respect for him and the way he handles himself. He has done an unbelievable job at Everton. They are playing well too and have some dangerous players, especially in the wide areas."
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