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Steve Bruce considering naming FOUR goalkeepers in Newcastle's 25-man PL squad

Newcastle are considering naming four goalkeepers in their 25-man Premier League squad - and Steve Bruce has warned that could affect transfer business.

Number one stopper Martin Dubravka has suffered a setback following foot surgery and deputy Karl Darlow is still recovering from Covid-19.

Freddie Woodman came in for his Premier League debut during last weekend’s 4-2 defeat by West Ham, with usual third-choice Mark Gillespie on the bench.

Number one Martin Dubravka is still dealing with an injury set-back as the season starts

Number one Martin Dubravka is still dealing with an injury set-back as the season starts

And Bruce revealed: ‘We have a problem with the goalkeeping situation where we’re toying with the idea of naming four in the squad, which is unheard of.