Newcastle boss Steve Bruce has expressed his concern over the lack of progress in Dwight Gayle’s recovery from a calf injury sustained during their pre-season tour of China.
The club are no closer to a diagnosis and his expected return date continues to be pushed back.
The 28-year-old had been pursued by West Bromwich Albion during the summer transfer window after having a successful loan spell with the Baggies last season, scoring 24 goals.
Ahead of their match against Watford on Saturday, quotes carried by the Newcastle Chronicle, the Newcastle boss said: “Injuries are frustrating for any manager.