Newcastle United have a couple of fresh selection concerns ahead of next weekend’s Premier League showdown against Manchester United at St James’ Park.
Prior to the 2-1 win at Nottingham Forest last week, it was confirmed Miguel Almiron had sustained a thigh injury, and Eddie Howe revealed after the game he’s likely to miss the next six games.
In the same press conference, Howe admitted Fabian Schar had been nursing a foot injury, and that Allan Saint-Maximin had felt some tightness in his hamstring. Callum Wilson, meanwhile, wasn’t risked at the City Ground after illness and a slight injury.
Despite playing a full 90 minutes at Forest, Nick Pope was forced to withdraw from the England squad, and Sven Botman has also left the Netherlands camp due to a “virus infection”.
NewcastleWorld takes a look at the Magpies’ injury list - and when each player is expected to return:
9. Emil Krafth - ACL injury
Krafth travelled to Dubai with his teammates but is unlikely to play again this season as he continues his recovery from an ACL injury. Expected return date: 2023-24 season. | Getty Images
10. Miguel Almiron - thigh injury
Howe revealed last week Almiron is set to be sidelined for six weeks after sustaining a thigh injury in training. He could, however, return sooner after being spotted at the club’s training ground this week. Expected return date: Everton 27/04. Photo: George Wood