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Premier League news conferences taking place before the weekend's action Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola and Newcastle's Eddie Howe speaking NEW: Howe confirms that Yoane Wissa is back in training and says he was 'really pleased' with how the striker looked Newcastle go to Everton on Saturday having lost their last four away matches in all competitions Mikel Arteta, Pep Guardiola, Enzo Maresca, Ruben Amorim and more speaking later Click 'Get Involved' to have your say Written by Emily Salley, Craig Nelson, Sarah Rendell and Karan Vinod. Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Newcastle manager Eddie Howe on the scenes off the pitch against Marseille: "It's very sad to hear because from my perspective, the most important thing is that everyone who goes to games is that they enjoy the experience, that it's a safe experience. "We don't want to see any sets of supporters anywhere in the world engaging in trouble or being disrespected so my thoughts are with everyone who travelled and I hope they are OK. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Newcastle manager Eddie Howe on goalkeeper selection, with Nick Pope and summer signing Aaron Ramsdale at his disposal: "All options are on the table for me. I need to think long and hard about who I pick. I try to do that on merit. I get the luxury of seeing the payers train every day and I'll make my call. " On whether he has talked to Pope about his mistake at Marseille, which led to the home side's equaliser in their 2-1 Champions League victory: "Nick is vastly experienced, he is very level. You don't see huge highs or lows. He is very calm and absorbs it all. "Of course, I discuss things with all my players. Nick is a top class professional and an outstanding goalkeeper. We certainly back him. He has made a number of brilliant saves for us this season. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Eddie Howe on whether a win at Everton would be a good birthday present: "Don't remind me - 48 - that's gone quick. I don't like to say that out loud now. I've gone from one extreme to another where I didn't want my age being discussed because I was too young and now I am going into a different stage of my manager career. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Eddie Howe on Harvey Barnes: "Harvey is playing well, looks like he has good confidence. Physically looks strong, looks fit, he looks able to carry the game load he is experiencing. "He is a goal creator and a really good finisher and we saw that again on Tuesday. It was a fantastic finish off his left foot. When you put that together with his two goals against Manchester City, he is bang in form and hopefully that continues. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Newcastle manager Eddie Howe on Joe Willock's performance against Marseille: "Joe was excellent actually. We picked him because of a few different things. How he has trained firstly, he has good energy and has produced high level. His attitude has been excellent. He has been out of the team, but he has focused on trying to impress. "I think that's his best performance since his injury. I always say when players get serious injuries it can take you a while to get your rhythm back. He showed he felt physically good, which is key for him. "I was really pleased for him personally because it has been a long road and hopefully we can keep him at that level. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Eddie Howe on navigating the busy schedule: "The games bring different challenges. Obviously fatigue is the big one. Not always physical fatigue, sometimes it's mental fatigue. It can feel you are always prepared for a game which is, in a sense, great, but, of course, depending on the players needs and if they are playing or not playing, it can bring different challenges. "We are trying to keep things fresh. I have been really pleased with the respect of everyone. I'm looking forward to all the games ahead of us. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Eddie Howe said that his thoughts were with every Newcastle fan who travelled to Marseille and were involved in the distressing scenes in the ground after the Champions League game, which he said were "very sad to see". More to follow. Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Eddie Howe on Yoane Wissa: "He is doing well, he trained with us for the first time on Wednesday so I was really pleased with how he looked. That's his first time competitively with the group. Let's see how he responds today. On a potential return date for Wissa: "We've got one in mind, but it's probably best if I keep that to myself. We don't want to disappoint anyone. Of course, we want to involve him as soon as possible. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Eddie Howe on injury updates: "Nothing major from the game [against Marseille]. We will have a good look at the guys today. Sven Botman has been nursing a back problem in the last few days. On Kieran Trippier: "He had a scan on his hamstring, I think it's roughly around a month - give or take. That's the diagnosis. Fingers crossed we can get him back quickly. " On Emile Krafth: "He came back from international duty with a knee issue, but I don't think it's anything too serious. He had a scan, which came back pretty good. Whether he's fit for this game, it's probably too soon. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Newcastle manager Eddie Howe also said that Yoane Wissa has trained with the first team for the first time and is looking good, but he refused to give a date the DR Congo striker might be available to make his debut. More to follow. Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Here is Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, who says he has no major new injuries to report, apart from Sven Botman, who is "nursing a back problem". More to follow. Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Ciaran Kelly BBC Sport reporter No-one in the press room knew what was happening at the time. As Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe was speaking to reporters at the Stade Velodrome on Tuesday night, supporters were subject to "unnecessary and disproportionate force" from officers following their side’s 2-1 defeat against Marseille. This will be the first time Howe will face the media since Newcastle confirmed they are to launch a complaint with Uefa, Marseille and French police. And I would expect Howe to strongly stick up for the club's fans. There is also plenty to discuss on the field ahead of Saturday’s trip to Everton. Howe threw his backing behind goalkeeper Nick Pope after his error in the 2-1 defeat in Marseille, but the Newcastle head coach will be pressed further on the status of his number one and the prospect of Aaron Ramsdale challenging him, as well as his side’s failure to win an away league game since April. He will also give an update on forward Yoane Wissa, who is stepping up his recovery from a knee injury on the training pitches. Craig Nelson BBC Sport reporter Talking of Newcastle's defeat in Marseille, the policing of away fans will certainly be another issue Eddie Howe will be asked about. .. Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Yoane Wissa is sure to be one of the topics of discussion during Eddie Howe's news conference this morning. The £55m summer signing from Brentford has yet to kick a ball for Newcastle after suffering a knee injury while playing for DR Congo in September. As we've already mentioned, the Magpies have struggled up top this season, only scoring 13 league goals. There's no obvious back-up striker for Nick Woltemade, with Howe using Anthony Gordon as his centre-forward against Marseille on Tuesday. Click 'Get Involved' to have your say RE: NUFC form guide - Newcastle might be 4 points from the relegation zone but they are also only 4 points from 6th. Very congested! Dan Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Talking about fixture rush, these are the nine league and cup games facing Newcastle over the next month. A lack of squad depth is not something you want to hear as a fan at this time of year: NB: All fixtures are Premier League unless stated Click 'Get Involved' to have your say It's that time of the year that the Gremlins appear. For anyone screaming at your device, the Get Involved button is fully operational. Just click in the summary to take part. We have two questions running: Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin says Newcastle's midfield may not be capable of performing with the required intensity every three or four days. "When Newcastle's midfield works brilliantly they can bully anyone and are absolutely phenomenal, " Nevin told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast. "Tonali is a fantastic player, a monster in midfield, Guimaraes has great skills, and you have the Joelinton power. "They were brilliant against Manchester City but I don't think those three have it in them to do that every three or four days. "That's basically the truth of it. They are very fine and strong players but can they do it to that level every three or four days? No. " Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Nick Pope had a game to forget against Marseille on Tuesday. The England keeper rushed off his line in an attempt to get there ahead of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, only to be caught in no man's land as the former Arsenal forward nipped in and finished superbly. The mistake has led to increased debate around whether Howe should replace Pope with Aaron Ramsdale as his first-choice shot stopper. Magpies fans, let us know who you'd prefer between the posts. This video can not be played BBC Radio Newcastle discuss Nick Pope Everton v Newcastle (Sat, 17: 30 GMT) Newcastle United Another away game for the Magpies. Newcastle's travelling support haven't had much to cheer about this season as they await their first league win on the road. All four of their victories have come at St James' Park. 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