BRUNO’S FIT FOR PALACE AFTER RAPID RECOVERY

NEWCASTLE midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has made a remarkable recovery from the ankle injury that threatened to keep him out for a prolonged period and is set to be involved against Crystal Palace today. There were fears the Brazilian was looking at months on the sidelines after exiting St James’ Park on crutches following Sunday’s 1-0 win over Fulham. He rolled his ankle in the first half and played on for 25 minutes before leaving the pitch in tears.

Sportsmail revealed a scan had shown no serious damage and there was hope he could return this month. However, Guimaraes has declared himself fit for this evening’s game in a major boost for Eddie Howe.

The Toon boss admits he is ‘light’ on midfield options, with Jonjo Shelvey out for three more weeks with a calf injury.