Newcastle United were dealt a fresh injury concern during Saturday's 2-2 Premier League draw with AFC Bournemouth at St James' Park.
Fabian Schar left the pitch with his arm in a makeshift sling at full-time after the ball hit awkwardly off him during the closing stages of the match. The defender left St James' Park with his right arm strapped up.
Eddie Howe will be hoping to have Schar back available for the trip to Arsenal on Saturday (8pm kick-off) as The Magpies look to extend their chaotic unbeaten run to five matches in the Premier League.
Newcastle will also be hoping for fitness boosts in the form of Alexander Isak and former Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock, who are both understood to be 'very close' to returning to action following respective groin and Achilles issues.
But the likes of Elliot Anderson and Matt Targett are unlikely to be back in contention for the weekend while there are longer-term issues with Nick Pope, Callum Wilson and Joelinton.
As things stand, Newcastle have nine players either doubtful or ruled out of the trip to the Emirates Stadium, a ground they have not won at since 2010. But Newcastle can take some encouragement from becoming the first side to beat Arsenal in the Premier League this season when they last met at St James' Park in November.
Anthony Gordon controversially scored the only goal of the game to help The Magpies claim all three points.
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 He was able to briefly play on before being withdrawn.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