Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe insists Loris Karius is ready to start for the club at Wembley.

The third choice keeper will be between the sticks against Manchester United for the Carabao Cup final.

Nick Pope is suspended after a straight red card in their last game, while Martin Dubravka is cup tied as he represented Man United in the competition earlier this season.

“I have been really impressed," Howe told reporters.

"He is a very likeable character, very relaxed but focused in his training."

“He (Karius) hasn't been routinely going to away games," Howe added.

“We've mixed up who's travelled as the third goalkeeper. He's been training today.

“He's ready to play. I've got no issues with his fitness or form. I've come straight in here (to the press conference).

"I will make contact with him, obviously, but I see him and speak with him every day, and, as I say, he's trained very well."