Extent of United's injuries this season as latest knocks take tally up to 40

Published date02 April 2024
Publication titleEvening Chronicle
Jamaal Lascelles, Miguel Almiron and Tino Livramento all limped off during the 4-3 victory. Eddie Howe is once again down to the bare bones and Newcastle chiefs will be hoping to avoid a repeat of this season's turmoil. But just how have the Magpies managed a whopping 40 separate injury issues this term

MARCH Jamaal Lascelles Initially tried to play through the pain against West Ham wbut has now been diagnosed with an ACL injury. Set for surgery and will be out for 6-9 months.

Sven Botman Another to go under the knife for an ACL issue. Injured his knee earlier in the campaign but decided against initial surgery, instead opting to simply rest.

Miguel Almiron Lasted just five minutes in the West Ham win before coming off with a knee complaint. A doubt for Everton and the upcoming games.

Kieran Trippier Has missed out for club and country duty in recent weeks since limping off against Wolverhampton Wanderers in early March.

Tino Livramento Was injured during the international break and forced off in the win against West Ham United with another ankle issue after being hit with the ball.

Lewis Miley Came home early from England youth duty with a back injury. Newcastle seeking specialist opinion on the matter.

Matt Targett "Back soon" according to Eddie Howe after an Achilles setback in recent weeks.

Anthony Gordon Replaced early at Stamford Bridge after an apparent knee injury but recovered in time for his England debut days later.

Harvey Barnes Suffered a minor hamstring injury before the trip to Chelsea, forcing him out of action until his impressive cameo off the bench on Saturday.

FEBRUARY Martin Dubravka Missed the defeat over Arsenal through illness as Loris Karius filled in at the Emirates Stadium.

Anthony Gordon Subbed off at half-time and left St James' Park on crutches after the 4-4 draw with Luton Town following a blow to his ankle.

Jacob Murphy Forced out of the clash with Nottingham Forest after pulling up with an issue in the warm-up at the City Ground.

Callum Wilson An unusual chest injury suffered in the closing stages of the Nottingham Forest win which has required surgery. Could miss the remainder of the season.

JANUARY Alexander Isak Hobbled out of the win over Aston Villa in late January after suffering a recurrence of a groin problem.

Jamaal Lascelles Picked up a calf injury that kept him sidelined for two weeks in late January.

Kieran Trippier Missed the New Year's Day defeat at Liverpool with a groin problem but was back for the FA Cup...

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