The young England winger was deployed up front against Man City on Saturday, stepping into Isak's shoes after suffering a fractured toe. Gordon shone up top, slotting home a penalty that earned the Magpies a 1-1 draw in the Premier League.

With both Isak and Callum Wilson out, summer arrival William Osula is likely to see increased minutes after making his Newcastle debut in a 3-1 loss to Fulham last weekend. Howe suggested the 21-year-old has settled in “really well” after joining from Sheffield United in August.

EDDIE Howe insists Newcastle United didn't aggravate Alexander Isak's broken toe by playing the striker against Fulham - with the Magpies assessing their injured star on a daily basis and the head coach not yet certain when he'll be ready to return.

A major injury update on Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has emerged after the 1-1 draw with Manchester City.

Anthony Gordon could be set for an extended spell as an emergency striker with Newcastle team-mate Alexander Isak facing the prospect of being sidelined until after the international break.

There were few better examples of the Profit and Sustainability Rules solidifying the status quo than Newcastle United having to sell one of its best talents to a rival.

Anthony Gordon excelled for Newcastle in a central striking role during the Magpies' 1-1 draw with Manchester City on Saturday, and the winger has been tipped to make the position his own

Gordon started up front in Alexander Isak’s absence and scored the equaliser from the penalty spot as the two teams played out a 1-1 draw St James’ Park. Speaking to Premier L