Alexander Isak, Joelinton, Sven Botman: Newcastle United injury list & expected return dates

Newcastle United have a new injury concern heading into the two-week international break.

Alexander Isak has withdrawn from the Sweden squad after he sustained a groin issue during the Magpies’ 2-2 draw at West Ham on Sunday afternoon.

Isak scored twice as United came from behind to lead at the London Stadium but signalled to come off before Mohammed Kudus netted an 89th minute equaliser.

Isak will be monitored by Newcastle medics ahead of facing Crystal Palace on Saturday, October 21 with head coach Eddie Howe hopeful of welcoming back a couple of other players back from injury.

NewcastleWorld takes a look at the Magpies’ current injury list and each player’s expected return date:

Alexander Isak - groin

Isak scored twice in Sunday afternoon’s 2-2 draw against West Ham United before signalling to withdraw in the closing stages.

And after being examined by Sweden’s medical staff yesterday, the 24-year-old has been forced to pull out of the squad with a groin injury.

Expected return: Crystal Palace 21/10 (H)

Joelinton - hamstring

Joelinton lasted less than four minutes after coming on as a substitute against Burnley last weekend after picking up a hamstring injury.

The Brazilian hasn’t trained since but it is hoped he will return after the international break.

Expected return: Crystal Palace 21/10 (H)

Sven Botman - knee

Dutch defender Sven Botman has missed the last four matches with a knee injury but United hope to have him back available when Palace visit St James’ Park.

Expected return: Crystal Palace (H) - 21/10

Joe Willock - Achilles

Joe Willock hasn’t featured for Newcastle since May when he picked up a hamstring injury in the penultimate home game against Brighton.

He was expected to return in pre-season but suffered a setback. Then, last month, during his recovery, the midfielder sustained a new Achilles injury.

Howe hopes the former Arsenal man will resume after the international break.

Expected return: Wolverhampton Wanderers (A) - 28/10

Harvey Barnes - foot/ toe

Harvey Barnes won’t return to action until the beginning of 2024 after picking up a foot injury during the 8-0 win at Sheffield United.

The injury doesn’t require surgery but it won’t be until late December when the £38million summer signing returns to training.

Expected return: January 2024