Peterborough manager Darren Ferguson will have goalkeeper Joe Lewis back in his side for the daunting trip to take on Newcastle.

The England Under-21 international missed the 2-1 defeat at home to Barnsley last Saturday through suspension after being sent off against Blackburn but will come straight into the starting XI ahead of loanee Ben Amos.

Striker Craig Mackail-Smith could also return after two games out with an ankle injury but he is still doubtful.

Left-back Tom Williams is still out with his ankle problem so Tommy Rowe and new signing Scott Griffiths will battle for the spot.

Midfielder Paul Coutts could also be in contention to start after a foot injury while Ferguson has added Histon midfielder Josh Simpson to his squad.