Ajax defender Jorthy Mokio has been linked with Newcastle United. (Image: Icon Sport via Getty Images)

Newcastle United return to action this weekend when they host Manchester City at St James' Park.

Looking to shake off the pain of consecutive defeats they endured before November's international break, Eddie Howe 's side will have to do so without one of their key players as Dan Burn serves a one-match suspension .

The Magpies might see a few return to the fold this weekend, though, as their well-documented injury problems start to ease. City, on the other hand, have minimal worries to contend with and may travel to the north east with uncertainties over just two players.

Pep Guardiola's star-studded squad eased to a 3-0 victory over Liverpool in their last match and are aware

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