Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez is hoping to be in the dugout at the weekend after undergoing surgery during the international break.
The 57-year-old Spaniard went into hospital for a procedure to address an infection resulting from a hernia operation he had two years ago.
As a result, he has been absent from the training pitch this week and there has been no official comment as to when he is likely to return.
However, it is understood Benitez is keen to resume ahead of Sunday's Premier League trip to Swansea, where the promoted Magpies will look to build upon their impressive 3-0 victory over West Ham on August 26.