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Fraser to face fitness assessment ahead of Everton clash
Newcastle United Star Ryan Fraser may miss the Magpies’ Premier League trip to Goodison Park on Wednesday due to a calf injury
The Scotland international has been struggling with the problem for the past few weeks and missed Newcastle’s 3-0 defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion at the weekend
Fraser is now set to undergo a fitness test ahead of the Everton clash to determine whether he will be available to play. If he is not fit, it would be a blow to Newcastle, who are already without several other players due to injury.
Fraser has been in good form for Newcastle this season, scoring three goals and providing three assists in 13 Premier League appearances. He has been a key player in the Magpies' attack, and his absence would be a significant loss.
Newcastle are currently 19th in the Premier League table, and they are in need of a positive result against Everton to boost their survival hopes. A defeat would leave them in a difficult position, and they would be in danger of being dragged into a relegation battle.
Fraser's fitness is a major concern for Newcastle, and they will be hoping that he is able to recover in time for the Everton clash. If he is not fit, it would be a major blow to their hopes of staying in the Premier League.