Tim Krul escapes injury blow

Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul has confirmed that a hamstring injury is not as serious as first thought.

There were initial doubts over the fitness of the 23-year-old after he picked up a suspected injury during the Magpies' 1-0 win over Norwich City at the weekend.

Krul posted on Twitter: "Just had result back of the MRI scan.. All clear.. Already looking forward."

Newcastle travel to the Hawthorns this Sunday to take on West Bromwich Albion.