The somewhat curious case of Adam Armstrong does not look likely to be resolved anytime soon. Newcastle United supporters would love to see local lad Armstrong progress into a first-team regular - but as of yet it just hasn't happened for him. With seven goals in just six England Under-18 caps, as well as a prolific youth career previously, Armstrong clearly has striking pedigree of some form - but John Carver is adamant he is not ready for the first team. Maybe that is true, but is unfair to label the 18-year-old as such and then continue to use him as a bit-part substitute when the Magpies really need goals. In 10 Premier League appearances this season - the majority as a substitute - Armstrong has been allowed a combined total of just 194 minutes. Granted he has shown little in that time to suggest he can have a major impact this season - but the Magpies are desperate for goals right now, and so a proper run in the first team could give him the confidence to make the step up.