Newcastle United Injury And Suspension In Details

Newcastle United hope their injury list will ease in the coming weeks with some key players on course for a return to action.

Magpies’ head coach Eddie Howe was without 11 senior players for the 3-2 defeat to Manchester City last time out. A major blow was confirmed on Tuesday with Joelinton ruled out until May after undergoing thigh surgery.

Following their two-week Premier League winter break, Howe’s men head to Fulham in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday evening, and it is hoped that fixture is the start of numerous players returning from injury.

Jacob Murphy was back in light training a fortnight ago, while Wilson is expected to be in a better shape fitness wise after missing the last three matches because of a thigh issue.

And both Harvey Barnes and Joe Willock have teased their respective returns. United have been without Barnes since the 8-0 win at Sheffield United in September. Willock has been troubled by an Achilles issue this season.

NewcastleWorld takes a look at Newcastle’s injury list in full and each player’s possible return date:

1. Sandro Tonali – banned

Tonali is suspended from football until August 2024 following an investigation into illegal betting activity. Expected return date: August 2024.

2. Matt Targett – hamstring

Targett underwent hamstring surgery early December and is expected to be sidelined for three months. Possible return date: Wolves (H) 02/03

3. Nick Pope – shoulder

Pope dislocated his shoulder in the league win over Man Utd and is expected to be around for four months. Possible return date: April 2024.

4. Elliot Anderson – back

Anderson is recovering from a stress fracture in his back. According to the Mail Online, the midfielder is still six weeks away. Possible return date: Chelsea (A) 09/03