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

MARCH FEBRUARY JANUARY DECEMBER

AFTER the ecstasy of Saturday’s comeback against West Ham, the realisation of yet more injury woe begins to hit home.

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?

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

“Back soon” according to Eddie Howe after an Achilles setback in recent weeks.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

Missed the New Year’s Day defeat at Liverpool with a groin problem but was back for the FA Cup win over Sunderland one week later.

Facing a race against time to be fit before the end of the season after thigh surgery. Suffered the injury in the derby win over Sunderland.

Picked up a calf injury that kept him out of action for a month. His eventual return was again shortlived.

Joelinton picked up his injury in January