Newcastle United return to Premier League action on June 21 and will host Sheffield United in an empty St. James’ Park.
The Magpies are currently 13th in the league table having picked up 35 points from 29 games, and manager Steve Bruce will hope to lead his side to a strong finish.
The nine remaining league games will come thick and fast, and Newcastle are preparing for the likelihood of injuries following the three months enforced break.
According to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh, the club are being proactive in readying their youngsters for potential involvement in the coming weeks, and under-23 striker Tom Allan could get a look in having already impressed Bruce.