Morning everyone and welcome to our live coverage of Eddie Howe’s pre-match media briefing. The Newcastle United head coach will speak this morning ahead of tomorrow’s game with Brighton, with plenty on the agenda.

The Magpies desperately need to end a dismal run of form and, with only four games left, give their slender European chances a glimmer of hope.

We’ll get an update on Anthony Gordon’s fitness this morning, plus any fallout from this week’s PIF meeting.

Live updates on the way.