Newcastle United midfielder Joelinton picked up a thigh injury during Saturday's 3-0 Tyne-Wear derby win over Sunderland.
The Brazilian played a key role in giving The Magpies the lead at the Stadium of Light as his cross was turned in by Sunderland defender Dan Ballard. Shortly after Alexander Isak made it 2-0, Joelinton was withdrawn after picking up a knock in the first half.
"One negative is the injury to Joelinton," head coach Eddie Howe said afterwards. "He felt his thigh switching play. We don’t know what that looks like yet." Further clarity has now been provided on Joelinton's injury by Mail Online reporter Craig Hope, who said the thigh issue will be enough to keep him out of Saturday's Premier League match against Manchester City at St James' Park (5:30pm kick-off).
Joelinton adds to Newcastle's already lengthy injury list with at least 10 players set to be ruled out for the upcoming game, barring any unexpected returns. Howe will be hoping to welcome back the likes of Harvey Barnes, Callum Wilson, Joe Willock, Elliot Anderson and Jacob Murphy before the end of the month.
After Man City, Newcastle have a two-week break before they face an FA Cup fourth-round trip to Fulham.
Here is Newcastle United's current injury list and expected return dates heading into Manchester City this weekend...
1. Matt Targett (achilles)
Targett has been missing since picking up a hamstring injury against Man Utd back in November. He has featured on the bench in their last couple of outings before dropping out v West Ham and Everton in what is understood to be a minor setback in his recovery. Expected return: Tottenham Hotspur (H) - 13/04 | Getty Images
2. Kieran Trippier (calf)
Trippier was forced off during the 3-0 win over Wolves with a calf injury. He has since been ruled out for over a month. Set for another couple of weeks out at least. Expected return: Crystal Palace (A) - 24/04 | Getty Images
3. Nick Pope (shoulder)
Nick Pope dislocated his shoulder against Manchester United in December and required surgery. Eddie Howe has said the goalkeeper is still a number of weeks away and isn't expected back until 'late April'. Expected return: Sheffield United (H) - 27/04 | Getty Images
4. Tino Livramento (ankle)
Livramento picked up a twisted ankle injury at Chelsea which ruled him out for the Manchester City trip. He returned against West Ham United before suffering another ankle injury which will keep him out for another couple of weeks. Expected return: Burnley (A) - 04/05 | Getty Images