Nick Woltemade experiment ends in four changes – Newcastle predicted XI vs Man United
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(Credit: Imago) Tue 3 March 2026 19:30, UK Newcastle United are in vital need of a win against Man United in midweek to improve their disappointing recent Premier League form.Eddie Howe’s side have won just one of their last seven Premier League games, which was a 2-1 victory over struggling Tottenham on 10 February.Newcastle sit 13th in the top flight right now, as a result of their poor form, and need to translate their impressive European and cup performances over to league games soon.The Magpies face Man United at St James’ Park on Wednesday night, with Michael Carrick leading his side to six wins in their last seven outings.Newcastle are planning for major off-field investment soon, but need to improve on the pitch first, and Football Insider has predicted the starting XI that Howe could put out against the Red Devils.Credit: Imago ⚽ Newcastle Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Newcastle United fixture. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Newcastle’s predicted XI vs Man UnitedNick Pope’s mistake contributed to Newcastle’s loss against Everton last time out, but he looks set to retain his starting spot over Aaron Ramsdale.Kieran Trippier remains the Magpies’ only fit, senior right-back right now, so should start too, with Lewis Hall staying on the opposite flank.Malick Thiaw has been a key man for Newcastle this season at centre-back, but may well be paired with Sven Botman for the visit of Man United, with Dan Burn dropping to the bench for a rest.Howe could be tempted to switch up his formation in midfield, with Nick Woltemade’s number 10 experiment ended as a flat three of Sandro Tonali, Jacob Ramsey and Joelinton are offered starting berths.The key changes could be made in the front three, with Harvey Barnes, Yoane Wissa and Jacob Murphy each set to return to the starting eleven ahead of Woltemade, Anthony Gordon and Anthony Elanga.Woltemade could leave Newcastle in summer after tough few monthsWoltemade’s lack of scoring prowess has seen him moved to attacking midfield by Howe in recent weeks, with five successive starts there ahead of the visit of the Red Devils.He has only returned one goal in that period, which came when he moved to playing as a striker mid-game against Aston Villa, and is surely set to be dropped this week.His recent struggles could contribute to a summer exit, with sources recently revealing to Football Insider that Woltemade may leave Newcastle ahead of next season.Howe has played down rumours of the German forward being homesick, but there are doubts over whether he suits the Magpies manager’s style of football as it stands.Exclusive offer: For a limited time, try Proton VPN Plus for a month for only £1.00.
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