Newcastle United suffered some fresh injury blows ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup trip to Chelsea (8pm kick-off).
The Magpies saw Fabian Schar and Joelinton forced off with injuries in Saturday's 3-0 win over Fulham at St James' Park. Alexander Isak was also rested for the match as he dropped out of the squad.
Eddie Howe has welcomed Sean Longstaff, Callum Wilson, Dan Burn and now Sven Botman back from injury this month with the injury situation starting to clear up before suffering the fresh blows this week. The Magpies will be looking to reach the semi-final of the Carabao Cup with a win at Stamford Bridge as they look to go one better than last season's runners-up display in the competition.
Newcastle head into the Chelsea game with 12 players doubtful or ruled out of the match. Howe will be hoping to welcome Kieran Trippier back from suspension though the right-back also picked up a knock during United's 2-1 defeat against AC Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday night.
Newcastle are unbeaten in their last three games against Chelsea, beating The Blues 4-1 at St James' Park last month and 1-0 last season. The Magpies drew 1-1 at Stamford Bridge in the final game of last season back in May.
Here is Newcastle United's current injury list and expected return dates ahead of the match...
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 He was able to briefly play on before being withdrawn.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