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Eddie Howe reveals Newcastle are working with two midfielders less than he needs as he targets signings

Eddie Howe says Newcastle are working with TWO midfielders less than he needs and wants to sign reinforcements.

The Magpies operated with a stable of six last season but have sold Sean Longstaff to Leeds and have lost Joe Willock for up to six weeks with a foot injury. That leaves Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton, Sandro Tonali and Lewis Miley.

But given Newcastle play with three in midfield, a new signing in that area is fast becoming a matter of urgency.

‘We had six and we want six,’ Howe told Mail Sport.