Elsewhere, Joe Willock got a positive second opinion on his ongoing Achilles issue and could be back soon. Nick Pope’s return date has always been the end of the month and there’s hope Joelinton will be ready to return at the start of May, meaning he could resume training in the next week or two.
Howe will be reluctant to rush certain players back after long-term injuries, but a few key players are edging closer, confidence is high, Bruno has escaped that two-match ban and we’re building momentum at the perfect time.