Newcastle Faces Worrying Update on Joelinton’s Condition

Newcastle United faces a significant challenge as they prepare to navigate a busy schedule without midfielder Joelinton, who is set to miss several weeks due to a groin injury. This was confirmed by manager Eddie Howe ahead of the team’s upcoming Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain.

Joelinton’s Injury Update

Joelinton sustained the injury during the second half of Newcastle’s recent 2-0 loss to Aston Villa. The midfielder was substituted in the 48th minute of that match. Howe announced that Joelinton underwent a scan, which did not reveal a severe injury, yet the player is expected to be sidelined for an extended period.

Seeking Further Medical Clarity

Howe noted that Joelinton would pursue a second medical opinion to ensure the proper course of treatment. “He’s going to see another opinion just to make sure we’re on the right lines with that,” Howe stated. Despite optimism regarding the severity of the injury, Howe acknowledged that Joelinton will miss several fixtures as the team faces a demanding schedule.

Upcoming Challenges for Newcastle

The squad is scheduled to face six away matches in their next seven fixtures. Among these challenging games are critical encounters against top teams, including:

• Paris Saint-Germain
• Liverpool
• Manchester City
• Aston Villa

Managing injuries is becoming increasingly vital for Newcastle as they head into a hectic stretch of games. Howe emphasized the importance of adaptability, saying, “I would never say that there’s a player that can’t be replaced.” He underscored the need for the team to perform even in Joelinton’s absence.

Next Match Details

Newcastle’s next match is set for Saturday, where they will visit Liverpool at Anfield for a Premier League clash. Howe’s side will need to rally together and find solutions as they push through this tough period.