VALON Behrami and Lars Jacobsen will face late fitness tests ahead of Wednesday's clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park.
Midfielder Behrami is battling against a hip problem that has kept him out for the best part of a month, while full-back Jacobsen has been out with a heel injury.
Mark Noble is set to feature after he returned to action as a substitute in the win over Wolves following a hip injury.
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