Newcastle United head into the Carabao Cup quarter-final clash at Chelsea with several players unavailable for selection.
Just as The Magpies' injury situation started to ease with the returns of Callum Wilson, Sean Longstaff and Dan Burn, they have been hit with fresh blows to Joelinton and Fabian Schar. Both players were forced off during Saturday's 3-0 win over Fulham and went for scans on Monday ahead of the trip to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday evening (8pm kick-off).
Alexander Isak missed the Fulham match with a groin issue and is a major doubt for the trip to West London. Kieran Trippier is set to return from suspension but has been nursing a slight knock picked up against AC Milan last week.
United also have a number of longer-term injury issues with Jacob Murphy and Nick Pope both undergoing shoulder surgery. Matt Targett also had an operation on his hamstring while Harvey Barnes and Elliot Anderson are set to be out until January at the earliest.
Despite the injury crisis, Newcastle will be hoping to reach the Carabao Cup semi-final for the second season running. Eddie Howe's side finished runners-up in the competition last season, losing 2-0 to Manchester United in the final.
But the club's run to the last eight this season has seen them knock out favourites Manchester City and holders Man United without conceding a goal.
There is a chance Newcastle could have a couple of players back involved to face Chelsea on Tuesday evening. Here is the Newcastle United injury list and estimated return dates as things stand...

9. Sandro Tonali (suspended)
Tonali was handed a 10-month ban from football after breaching Italian betting regulations. This suspension will rule the midfielder out of action for the rest of the season, next summer’s European Championship and the opening weeks of next season. Has since been charged by the FA and awaits potential punishment. Expected return: 27/08/24 | Getty Images

10. Sven Botman (knee)
Botman suffered an ACL injury against Manchester City in the FA Cup and has been ruled-out of action for 'six-to-nine' months. He will undergo surgery after suffering a similar injury earlier this season. Expected return: October-December 2024 | Getty Images

11. Jamaal Lascelles (knee)
Suffered a knee injury early on in the 4-3 win over West Ham United. Later confirmed to be an ACL issue, ruling him out for a lengthy period. Expected return: October-December 2024 | AFP via Getty Images