Joelinton is out for at least 6 weeks with a thigh problem

The Magpies midfielder Joelinton has been ruled out for a minimum of 6 weeks with a thigh problem.

🚨⚪️⚫️ Bad news for Newcastle, one more injury as Joelinton will be out for 6️⃣ weeks.

“He’s set to miss a minimum of six weeks, it is a real blow for us. He has a problem with his tendon in his quad. He is very disappointed”, says Eddie Howe. pic.twitter.com/BgrHN5VkSb

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The Brazilian sustained the problem in his team’s 3-0 FA Cup victory vs. Sunderland in the past weekend. He has played 23 matches in the current campaign, netting 3 goals and providing 4 assists.

Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe shared with the media today: “We have had to try and pick him up. Joelinton is our midfield driving force; it is very unpleasant news for us.”

The Magpies will play against Manchester City in a league clash at St James’ Park tomorrow.

Newcastle’s squad has been plagued with injuries so far this campaign, with the Brazilian becoming the 11^th footballer to have to be away from the pitch for a long period.

Howe added that Joelinton is very disappointed and wants to be on the pitch and help his teammates.