Eddie Howe says Newcastle United will be without midfielder Joelinton for “weeks not months” due to a knee injury. The 28-year-old was withdrawn in the second half of his side’s defeat to Fulham on Saturday and subsequently missed Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final victory over Arsenal.

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Newcastle midfielder Joelinton is a doubt for the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Arsenal. Joelinton was forced off during Saturday’s defeat to Fulham with a knee injury and was later spotted in a knee brace.

Eddie Howe has made two changes to his side following Saturday’s 2-1 defeat against Fulham at St James’ Park. Kieran Trippier comes in for Tino Livramento while Sven Botman comes in for the injured Joelinton - prompting a change of formation.

Newcastle United Suffer Huge Injury Blow Ahead of Arsenal Semi-Final Clash by Tyrone Johnson on Feb 4, 2025 for EPLindex.com

Arsenal will attempt to overturn a two-goal deficit to Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup semifinal second leg.

Eddie Howe is sweating over the fitness of Newcastle United midfielder Joelinton ahead of the crucial Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal. The Gunners travel to St James’ Park on Wednesday night looking to overturn a two-goal deficit and book their place in the final.