Newcastle United were dealt two fresh injury blows during their 1-0 victory over Arsenal at St James’ Park on Saturday evening.
Anthony Gordon’s 64th-minute goal extended the Magpies’ unbeaten Premier League run to seven matches and move within three points of the top four.
However, despite the high of beating the Gunners, the result was tinged with a little bit of disappointment after losing Dan Burn and Jacob Murphy to injury.
Burn fell awkwardly on his back in the first half before being replaced by Tino Livramento at half-time while Murphy’s shoulder popped out again just under a fortnight since he first dislocated it against Borussia Dortmund.
Both players are expected to miss tomorrow’s visit to Dortmund - taking United’s absentee list to a staggering 12 players. Here’s the list in full:
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5. Sven Botman - N/A
Botman has missed the last eight matches with a knee issue. Currently, the Dutchman has no return date as Newcastle await further clarity on his injury. | AFP via Getty Images
6. Harvey Barnes - late December
Barnes won’t return to action until late December after sustaining a foot injury during last month’s 8-0 victory at Sheffield United. | AFP via Getty Images
7. Elliot Anderson - late December
It was confirmed after the loss to Dortmund that Anderson missed the game because of a back problem, which is set to keep him out for eight weeks. | Getty Images
8. Javier Manquillo - N/A
Howe revealed prior to the Carabao Cup clash at Manchester United that the Spainard has a groin issue. | AFP via Getty Images