Eddie Howe has admitted Newcastle United's injury list is still 'long' heading into Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round trip to Fulham (7pm kick-off).
The Magpies will be bolstered by the expected returns of Tino Livramento from illness while Jacob Murphy is back in contention following a dislocated shoulder. Both players took part in full training in the build-up to Saturday's match at Craven Cottage.
Callum Wilson, Harvey Barnes and Joe Willock are understood to be closing in on returns but won't be involved this weekend while Elliot Anderson, Nick Pope and Joelinton are longer-term injury concerns.
The Magpies travel to Fulham hoping to end a run of five straight defeats against Premier League opposition. The last top flight side Newcastle beat was actually Marco Silva's side at St James' Park last month.
This week has seen United lose Joelinton until the end of the season following surgery on his thigh.
It leaves Newcastle with just three fit central midfielders in Sean Longstaff, Bruno Guimaraes and 17-year-old Lewis Miley. Joe White has returned from his loan spell at Crewe Alexandra to help bolster Howe's midfield but is cup-tied for the Fulham match.
Here is Newcastle United's current injury/unavailable list and expected return dates ahead of the trip to Fulham...
5. Callum Wilson (chest)
Wilson managed to complete 90 minutes at Nottingham Forest but ended the match with his arm in a makeshift sling. It has since been revealed the striker suffered a pectoral injury in his chest. Has undergone surgery and is back out on the grass. Expected return: Burnley (A) - 04/05 | Getty Images
6. Miguel Almiron (knee)
Forced off just 10 minutes after coming on against West Ham with a knee issue which will keep him sidelined for around a month. Expected return: Burnley (A) - 04/05 | Getty Images
7. Joelinton (thigh)
Joelinton picked up a thigh injury during Newcastle's 3-0 win over Sunderland. He was able to briefly play on before being withdrawn. Eddie Howe has ruled the Brazilian out for at least six weeks but surgery on the injury is likely to keep the midfielder out until the end of the season. Expected return date: Brighton (H) - 11/05 | Getty Images
8. Lewis Miley (back)
Lewis Miley injured his back on international duty. There were fears his season could be over, but he may still be able to play a part of the remainder of the campaign. Expected return: May 2024 Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images