Jonas Gutierrez could be on the bench for Newcastle United against Aston Villa.
The Argentina international is in the squad for the weekend clash at St James’ Park.
John Carver insisted it was his choice to include Gutierrez and not the club’s board – despite a Tweet from the winger stating it was the board’s decision.
Carver said: “He will be in the squad, and he has a chance of being on the bench.”
What is going on? Did Mike Ashley make a phone call? Because something has happened between Tuesday and Thursday.