Demba Ba has been named in the Newcastle United starting lineup for tonight's encounter with Wigan Athletic.

Reports today had suggested that the striker had rejected the club's offer of a new contract. Nevertheless, he will play alongside Papiss Cisse in the Newcastle attack.

Meanwhile, Jordi Gomez will feature in an advanced midfield role for visiting Wigan.

Newcastle: Krul; Simpson, Williamson, Coloccini, Santon; Anita, Tiote, Marveaux, Gutierrez; Ba, Cisse

Wigan: Al Habsi; Boyce, Caldwell, Stam, Figueroa; Jones, Beausejour, McCarthy, Gomez; Di Santo, Kone