Willock – who played against Watford last weekend despite suffering a toe injury on the eve of the game – was forced off in this afternoon’s 2-1 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers with a hip problem.
"Unfortunately he took a knock to his hip, which he couldn't carry on with,” said Bruce. “It looks a sore one. Until we have scans, we won’t know the severity of it. We're disappointed with that as well.”
Newcastle’s goal, which cancelled out Hee Chan Hwang’s opener, was scored by Jeff Hendrick, who replaced Willock. Hwang scored a 58th-minute winner for Wolves. Bruce said: "We got back into the game. After we scored, we had the big chance in the second half, and unfortunately didn't take it. We’re all pleased Raul Jimenez is back, but the second goal was a bit too easy for my liking.”
Newcastle are second-bottom of the Premier League with three points from seven games.
We’ve gathered the best of today’s Premier League chatter below...
5. Aurier set for Villarreal move
Former Tottenham defender Serge Aurier is set to sign for Villarreal. (Sky Sports) (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) Photo: Catherine Ivill
6. Brentford eye Lewis-Potter
Brentford have entered the race to sign Hammers target Keane Lewis-Potter. West Ham are also keen. (The Athletic) (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood
7. Bielsa drops Poveda hint
Marcelo Bielsa has dropped a hint that Leeds' loanee Ian Poveda could struggle to make his way back into the side upon his return at the end of the season. (Various) (Photo by CLIVE BRUNSKILL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL
8. Toon could return for Cajuste
Midtjylland star Jens Cajuste could still be on his way to the Premier League, with Newcastle United planning a bid in excess of the £12 million they offered in August. (Homme du Match) (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: MIGUEL RIOPA