James Milner’s return to action has been put back.

The former England midfielder will not be involved in the trip to Newcastle and there is no specified timescale for his return.

He has been out of action since the early-season draw at Arsenal due to a hamstring issue.

Head coach Fabian Huerzeler said today: “He had a small setback. It's not that positive as it was before the international break.

“We have to be patient. It's not a thing that will be solved in one or two weeks. It will take several weeks.

“We can't give a clear schedule when he will be back, but before the break we were more positive, I can be honest about that."