Newcastle United will assess Joelinton ahead of Saturday evening's Premier League at home to champions Manchester City (kick-off 5:30pm).
The Brazilian was a standout performer in the Tyne-Wear derby victory over Sunderland yesterday. He set up the opener after his cross was turned into his own net by Dan Ballard before Alexander Isak scored a second-half brace.
But shortly after United's second goal, Joelinton was brought off after picking up a thigh injury towards the end of the first-half. Asked about the 27-year-old after the game, Eddie Howe said: "One negative is the injury to Joelinton. He felt his thigh switching play. We don’t know what that looks like yet."
Newcastle will hope Joelinton's absence is not lengthy. Howe is already without eight senior players and here, we take a look at when they're due to be back in action:
5. Jamaal Lascelles - ACL
Lascelles sustained an ACL injury against West Ham and will be sidelined for six to nine months. Possible return date: December 2024. | AFP via Getty Images
6. Lewis Miley - back
The 17-year-old has been sidelined with a back injury since the March international break and won't play again this campaign. Possible return date: 2024-25 season. | Getty Images
7. Joe Willock - Achillies
Newcastle have taken the decision to rest Willock for the remainder of the campaign as he overcomes an ongoing Achilles issue. Possible return date: 2024-25 season. | Getty Images
8. Sandro Tonali - banned
Tonali is suspended from football until August following an investigation into illegal betting activity. Possible return date: August 2024. | Getty Images