Newcastle United winger Anthony Elanga is set to return to action for the Magpies' trip to Crystal Palace after recovering from a thigh problem that sidelined him for five matches.
The Sweden international had been feared to be out until Christmas after suffering the injury, but he has returned to training just weeks after treatment for a muscle issue, and head coach Matthias Jaissle has confirmed the winger is available for selection.
Jaissle Confirms Elanga Availability
Speaking ahead of the match, Jaissle said: "First of all, I am pleased that we have players back. Now the next question is their physical level we need to go step by step. For sure, he is not able to play 90, but we have trained in the lead-up, and I can count on him for sure."
He added: "He has trained and worked really hard so I count on him for sure. He is hopefully now able to join the squad."
Jacob Ramsey Also Returns
Another player set to return is Jacob Ramsey, who was injured in the warm-up at Leeds ahead of the 4-1 defeat. Jaissle was pleased to confirm his availability, saying: "I am happy Jacob is back on the pitch."
He added: "We need to take it step-by-step with him, we don't want to take too many risks. I am pleased that slowly we are getting the players back."
The returns of Elanga and Ramsey will provide a boost to Newcastle as they prepare for the trip to Selhurst Park, with the squad gradually regaining key players from injury.
