Now, as we prepare for the reverse fixture with the Tynesiders, Ruben Amorim has been asked about the possibility of rotating his side and potentially giving his captain a rest.
Bruno’s ability to keep going through even the busiest of schedules is legendary and the Portugal international hasn’t let the workload get to him in recent weeks.
The Premier League’s reigning Player of the Month scored six goals in March and was again key in Thursday’s 2-2 draw in Lyon, playing an important role in goals for Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee.
The second leg with the Ligue Un outfit will be our biggest game of the season so far, and Amorim has a choice to make regarding his XI on Sunday, as the St James’s Park clash against a physical Newcastle side is likely to take plenty out of the players.
Amorim conceded that, although he would have to consult the data in regards to a few members of his squad, some – including Bruno – thrive off always being involved.
