Newcastle United lost 3-0 at Everton last night but there's no time to dwell with a trip to Tottenham Hotspur next up on Sunday.
The Magpies were once again without several senior players for the visit to Goodison Park as late goals from Dwight McNeil, Abdoulaye Doucoure and Beto inflicted their joint-heaviest defeat of the campaign on part with Brighton & Hove Albion.
And while Jamaal Lascelles added to the lengthy list in the closing stages, United boss Eddie Howe is hopeful of welcoming back some members of his squad at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
"That's the beauty of football, you always have another game," said Howe after the loss to Everton. "Of course, we have another game in a few days time and that's the schedule we have in December. It's a really big ask for the players.
"We are desperate to get some players back that can make a difference. Hopefully that will happen. But of course, there are no guarantees."
He added: "The players who are injured at the moment were working today at the training ground so I'm hopeful we can get some support."
Here, NewcastleWorld takes a look at Newcastle's current absentee list and when each player could return:
1. Nick Pope - shoulder
Pope dislocated his shoulder in the Premier League win over Man Utd but is recovering ahead of schedule. Possible return date: Mid to late March 2024.
2. Sandro Tonali - banned
Tonali is suspended from football until August 2024 following an investigation into illegal betting activity. Possible return date: August 2024.
3. Joelinton - thigh
Joelinton underwent thigh surgery last month and won't return until May at the earliest. Possible return date: May 2024.
4. Matt Targett - hamstring
Targett underwent hamstring surgery early December. Could return to training in the next couple of weeks. Possible return date: Wolves (H) 02/03.