Alexander Isak update as Newcastle United given fresh injury concern ahead of Arsenal
Alexander Isak of Newcastle United (14) celebrates after scoring Newcastle's opening goal during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Newcastle United and Chelsea at St James' Park on October 30, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Newcastle United were handed a fresh injury concern ahead of the Carabao Cup victory against Chelsea.
Jacob Murphy missed out on the matchday squad having come on as a substitute at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Eddie Howe confirmed the winger has a hamstring issue, making him a doubt for Saturday’s Premier League clash at home to Arsenal.
“Jacob was missing because of a slight hamstring,” said Howe. He couldn’t play tonight, but we don’t think it’s anything serious.”
Howe made five changes from the defeat in West London with Lloyd Kelly ,Emil Krafth, Sea...