We’re not quite at crisis level at the moment, but Newcastle United are teetering on the brink.
Losing two full-backs and basically their left-back as well as chief left-back cover in the space of one week has been a chastening blow to say the least.
I mean, it hurt, but ultimately has mattered little, with the squad managing to record two wins - one in the Champions League and one in the Premier League - both to nil before the international break.
It also hasn’t mattered all that much that £55m striker Yoane Wissa has been forced to sit out every game since signing with a knee issue, such has been the form of record signing Nick Woltemade.
But what happens when they all return fit? What happens with Woltemade when Wissa is back and ready to play? Does Dan Burn have a problem when either of Tino Livramento or Lewis Hall come back into contention, or potentially even both? And does the previously impenetrable midfield become a selection dilemma with a fully fit Jacob Ramsey on the scene? We take a look at the strongest XI - and this is our selection.
9. Jacob Murphy - Right wing
Might be another controversial one this, with Anthony Elanga signed to replace Murphy, really. But, from what I have seen so far, the Swede has done nothing to displace Murphy as Newcastle's man on the right. His moments of quality are crucial. | Getty Images
10. Anthony Gordon - Left wing
Right or left, Gordon is Newcastle's best winger, end of story. Really feel like a solid run on the left will see Gordon do some special things this season. Patience needed. | Getty Images
11. Nick Woltemade - Striker
Even with Yoane Wissa fit, how the hell could you take the big German out of the team? Just isn't happening on current form, the bloke has come to England on fie. | Getty Images