Newcastle United striker Dwight Gayle will not face Leeds because of a hamstring injury, which manager Rafael Benitez says is not as bad as feared.
Defender Ciaran Clark will also be absent as he is yet to return to training with a knee problem.
Leeds midfielder Liam Bridcutt (Achilles) could return after missing the win over Preston.
Defender Liam Cooper is still serving his six-match ban and goalkeeper Marco Silvestri (knee) is out.
Match facts
- Newcastle have taken 22 points from their last possible 27 against Leeds in league competition (W7 D1 L1).