Howe faced with dilemma on left wing

THESE are the first-world problems the biggest clubs have to contend with. Struggling to choose between top-quality players in a single position. Eddie Howe, once Anthony Gordon returns to full fitness, will have that particular quandary to solve as debate is split over who starts on the left of Newcastle United's attack in the coming weeks.

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Harvey Barnes has enjoyed a fruitful run in the team of late as his left-wing counterpart sat out first through suspension and then through injury. An assist against West Ham was backed up with a goal against former club Leicester just this week.

Now, as Gordon eyes a return to fitness, it is anyone's guess as to which of the duo is given the nod. This is the exact sort of dilemma Howe wants to be tasked with.

Quizzed this week over a message to Barnes regarding his playing time, the Newcastle boss responded: “I think it's continue to take your chance. I always say that to every player.