Newcastle United still have several injury concerns as they prepare to return to competitive action next week.
After a welcome two week break, Newcastle travel to face Fulham in the FA Cup fourth round on Saturday, January 27 (7pm kick-off). They will be hoping to end a run of five straight defeats against Premier League opposition.
Eddie Howe's side aren't anticipating any major injury boosts for the match but Jacob Murphy is back in training following surgery on a dislocated shoulder and has a chance of being involved. Callum Wilson is also understood to be close to a return.
But The Magpies have been rocked by a major injury blow to Joelinton, who was forced off with a thigh issue in the 3-0 win over Sunderland in the previous round of the FA Cup. What was initially thought to be a minor injury, with the Brazilian initially playing on, now requires surgery that is set to end his season early.
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...

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 He was able to briefly play on before being withdrawn.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