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Eddie Howe has provided a Sandro Tonali injury update ahead of this week’s action.

Liverpool and Newcastle United will face off in a high-stakes Premier League encounter at Anfield on Wednesday night, with the Reds aiming to extend their lead at the top of the table and the Magpies seeking to reignite their European qualification hopes.

Liverpool enter the fixture as clear favorites having scored a league-high 62 goals spearheaded by Mohamed Salah.

Newcastle United, meanwhile, occupy 8th place with 41 points, but their form has been inconsistent.

A thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest highlighted their attacking potential, but defensive frailties resurfaced in a 4-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Eddie Howe’s side remains within striking distance of European spots but must address their away form, having won just six matches on the road this season.

Their previous encounter in December 2024 ended 3-3, with Salah netting twice and Isak scoring a brace.

A Liverpool win would extend their lead over second-place Arsenal to 14 points, edging them closer to a 20th league title.

However, Arsenal also play on Wednesday evening in a tough away trip to Nottingham Forest.

For Newcastle, three points could propel them into contention for Europa Conference League qualification.

What did Eddie Howe say about Sandro Tonali?

The Magpies are fresh off a topsy-turvey 4-3 win over Champions League-elects Nottingham Forest.

Sandro Tonali’s absence from the starting lineup was unexpected, given his crucial role in Howe’s team.

However, the decision was unavoidable as he experienced hamstring discomfort during training leading up to the match.

“He had a hamstring problem in the week,” Howe confirmed as quoted by the Newcastle World.

He’s okay.”

Therefore, it seems that the Italian international will be fit to take on Liverpool on Wednesday morning.

Meanwhile, Liverpool have absences in the form of Conor Bradley (muscle injury) and  Joe Gomez (post-surgery recovery).

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