Elmander seeking fitness boost

The Sweden striker played 76 minutes of the victory against West Ham following a four-match abscence because of a hamstring strain.With Newcastle the visitors on Sunday, he said: "I hope I can stay fit for the rest of the season."But I will need some games to get back to the shape I was in before I was injured. The more games I play the better I will get and hopefully the goals will come."

Source: Team_Talk