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Newcastle United’s FA Cup exit on Sunday was a bruising day for the Magpies, who in addition to being dumped out by Brighton & Hove Albion, have picked up several selection concerns ahead of the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool in two weeks' time.

The biggest, of course, is Anthony Gordon, who was sent off for violent conduct following a clash with Jan Paul van Hecke where the Newcastle winger raised his hands.

There was further disappointment with Alexander Isak replaced in the 86th minute at St James’ Park and he appeared to be limping as he made way off, just days after missing the 2-0 Premier League defeat against Liverpool with a groin issue.

“It was just general tiredness, I don't think there is a problem there,” said Howe.

Fingers crossed he is okay.”

The Newcastle boss also revealed Tino Livramento was ‘suffering with cramp’, while stating Kieran Trippier had to be replaced against Brighton due to a back injury.

Full-back is quickly becoming a concern for Newcastle, who was without Lewis Hall on Sunday.

“Lewis has a foot problem, ankle problem after the Liverpool game,” said Howe.

In a busy post-match injury round-up, the former Bournemouth boss said Sven Botman was ‘was close but didn't feel 100 percent’

Newcastle is also without the injured Jamaal Lascelles, who will definitely miss the Carabao Cup final due to a long-term knee injury.

It's a remarkable turn of events for Newcastle, who approached the midweek game against Liverpool with three injury concerns (Botman, Lascelles and Joelinton) but now has six, in addition to suspended Gordon
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