Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe is happy to have Dan Burn back.

The defender returned from injury in their Champions League defeat to AC Milan in midweek.

Ahead of tomorrow's clash with Fulham, Howe said: "Dan is not just the player, but the character and the leadership qualities you get in the dressing room with him.

"He has allowed us to play in a certain way. He has been an important part of what we have, and we have missed him when he has been away."

On Harvey Barnes' toe injury he added: It's a setback to a degree. Where he's felt pain in his foot again. Hopefully it's not a permanent setback and he won't need an operation. There's still a chance that might happen."

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