Newcastle United secured a famous win against Manchester United at Old Trafford in midweek, but the game did come at a small cost.
Just minutes into the clash, Matt Targett went down with a hamstring injury and became the latest player to be sidelined for Eddie Howe’s side.
Whilst Newcastle have a long-list of injury problems to contend with, Saturday’s opponents Arsenal also have a few concerns to deal with ahead of their trip to the north east.
Mikel Arteta’s side were defeated 3-1 by West Ham on Wednesday night as they crashed out of the Carabao Cup.
Here, we take a look at injury news from both camps ahead of Newcastle United v Arsenal:
1. Jurrien Timber - out
Timber suffered an ACL injury in August and will be missing for the foreseeable future.
2. Emile Smith Rowe - out
Smith Rowe has struggled for regular game time this season and has been linked with a move to St James’ Park. The 23-year-old started their win over Sheffield United last weekend but a knee-injury kept him out of their Carabao Cup defeat to West Ham and he is likely to miss the trip to Tyneside.
3. Thomas Partey - out
Partey has missed Arsenal’s last few games with a muscle injury. He isn’t expected to be back available for selection until the end of the month.
4. Gabriel Jesus - doubt
A thigh injury has sidelined Jesus and Arteta has admitted he doesn’t want to rush the Brazilian back too quickly. Saturday’s game may come too early for him, however.