Emil Krafth Injury: Still two weeks away

Krafth (knee) is still out and his return date will be around the new year, coach Eddie Howe said in the press conference. "Emil is still out and his target date will be around the new year we think."

Krafth has missed the last seven games due to a knee injury that will likely sideline him for two more weeks since he is targetting a return around the new year. Krafth is expected to be aiming the clash against Crystal Palace on Jan. 4 to return, although that won't impact the starting XI since he has been a bench option mainly this campaign for the Magpies.