Newcastle have suffered a double setback as they prepare to face Albion.

Strikers Aleksandar Mitrovic and Dwight Gayle have both been ruled out of Saturday’s clash.

The players went off with head injuries during Toon’s 2-0 win over Cheltenham in the League Cup on Tuesday.

Boss Rafa Benitez initially said he was hopeful they would be fit to face the Seagulls.

But the fact he also mentioned the word “concussion” threw a huge doubt over their participation.

Newcastle have today confirmed the duo will miss out.