Newcastle United defender Dan Burn has suffered a fractured rib and damaged his lung following a challenge with Sunderland's Nordi Mukiele in Sunday's 1-0 loss in the Premier League, British media reports said.

Anthony Gordon has issued an apology on social media after Newcastle were defeated by Sunderland in the first Premier League Wear-Tyne derby since 2016.

Nordi Mukiele's crunch challenge resulted in Burn being forced off at the Stadium of the Light with the defender now a doubt for the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Fulham. Newcastle are now down to the bare bones defensively with Sven Botman and Kieran Trippier already out.

Newcastle's season should not become defined by this fixture. But upcoming defeats will only be magnified in the wake of this result

Newcastle United latest news: Anthony Gordon has issued an apology to fans following defeat to Sunderland in the Premier League. Anthony Gordon has issued an apology to Newcastle United fans after the Magpies were beaten by local rivals Sunderland on Sunday as a Nick Woltemade own goal settled the first Wear-Tyne derby of the season.

WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MAY 25: Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and Brentford FC at Molineux on May 25, 2025 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Lee Parker ...

As Newcastle United surge towards an exciting end to their Premier League campaign, transfer planning is already well underway. Football Insider reports that Eddie Howe is keen to strengthen his defensive line with the potential addition of Bayern Munich ...

Nick Woltemade has issued a short statement on social media following his own goal in Newcastle United ’s 1-0 defeat at Sunderland. The Black Cats secured Tyne-Wear derby bragging rights with Woltemade’s bizarre own goal less than a minute into the second half, proving to be the difference between the sides.

While six straight losses in the UEFA Youth League is a poor return, there are signs the club can be more competitive in the future

Newcastle United’s transfer plans for the summer of 2025 are taking shape, with a key focus on bolstering their goalkeeping department. The Magpies have identified Burnley’s James Trafford as a primary target as per a report from Martin Hardy of The ...