Callum Wilson, Harvey Barnes out for Newcastle against Fulham

Newcastle United's Callum Wilson is nearing a return to the squad but will miss this weekend's game against Fulham, with hopes for his involvement in the Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal. Winger Harvey Barnes is two to three weeks away from returning due to a thigh injury, while Jamaal Lascelles remains sidelined with a longer recovery. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe confirmed that the team is not actively looking to make new signings before the transfer deadline but hopes to have Wilson and Barnes back soon to strengthen the squad. In contrast, Fulham will be without key player Harry Wilson, who requires surgery on a fractured foot and is expected to be out for at least ten weeks. Howe acknowledged Fulham's competitive qualities and expressed the need for a strong performance after a previous defeat to them earlier in the season. Newcastle aims to build on recent successes, having won ten of their last eleven matches.