Newcastle United are awaiting the return of several injured players ahead of their visit to Premier League rivals Coventry City.
Matthias Jaissle has made a solid start to life as Newcastle United head coach after losing just one of his first five league games since he was named as successor to Eddie Howe.
The fact the Magpies are sitting in the top half of the table during the first international break of the season is made even more remarkable when you consider Jaissle is yet to name what many would consider to be his strongest starting eleven during the opening six weeks of the campaign.
Newcastle United's English midfielder #19 Anthony Elanga celebrates with Newcastle United's Danish striker #10 William Osula after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Liverpool at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on August 23, 2026. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty Images)placeholder image
Newcastle United's English midfielder #19 Anthony Elanga celebrates with Newcastle United's Danish striker #10 William Osula after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Liverpool at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on August 23, 2026. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images
Key figures such as Joelinton and Dan Burn have not kicked a ball in anger this season and the likes of Jacob Ramsey, Anthony Elanga and Will Osula have all spent time on the touchlines during that time. However, a whole host of United stars are believed to be close to being in contention for a place in the matchday squad for next Monday night’s visit to newly promoted Coventry City.
With just a week to go until Jaissle’s men return to action, we take a look at the latest injury updates and predicted return dates with the help of the Premier Injuries website.
Newcastle United injury latest and predicted return dates
Newcastle United's Brazilian midfielder #07 Joelinton (L) abd Newcastle United's English defender #33 Dan Burn arrive ahed of the English League Cup fourth round football match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on October 29, 2025. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP)placeholder image
Newcastle United's Brazilian midfielder #07 Joelinton (L) abd Newcastle United's English defender #33 Dan Burn arrive ahed of the English League Cup fourth round football match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on October 29, 2025. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP) | AFP via Getty Images
Nico Gonzalez - concussion
One of Newcastle’s most eye-catching summer signings missed the win against Hull City after picking up a concussion in the defeat against Leeds United. However, the former Manchester City man is now clear of concussion protocol and can face Coventry.
Expected return date: 12th October v Coventry (A)
Lewis Miley - knock
The academy product has returned early from international duty with England Under-21s after picking up a knock in training. Although United will be cautious with Miley, it would be a surprise if he wasn’t in the squad for the Coventry game.
Expected return date: 12th October v Coventry (A)
Joelinton - thigh
The Brazil international has not featured at all this season due to a thigh injury. However, the midfield powerhouse is now back in training and is set to be available next Monday night.
Expected return date: 12th October v Coventry (A)
Amar Dedic - hamstring
The summer signing missed the win against Hull with a slight hamstring injury and did not feature for Bosnia during the international break. He is expected to be back shortly after the international break.
Expected return date: 17th October v Aston Villa (H)
Dan Burn - ankle
An ankle injury has ensured United’s new club captain has been on the sidelines during the first two months of the season. He is now back in training and could make his first competitive appearance as skipper next Monday.
Expected return date: 17th October v Aston Villa (H)
Jacob Ramsey - thigh
The former Aston Villa midfielder has not featured in the Premier League since coming off the bench to score in the home draw with Bournemouth. A thigh injury ensured he missed the win against Hull but Ramsey is back in training and will be in line for a place in the squad for the trip to the CBS Arena.
Expected return date: 29th October v Everton (A)
Will Osula - foot
The Danish forward made a promising start to the season with a lively display in the opening-day draw against Liverpool. However, Osula picked up a foot injury and has not been able to feature since that memorable day at St James Park. He is hoping to return to action for the Coventry match.
Expected return date: 29th October v Everton (A)
Anthony Elanga - hamstring
The Sweden international missed United’s last two Premier League fixtures with a hamstring injury he picked up in training but he is expected to return to contention for the meeting with Frank Lampard’s side.
Expected return date: 7th November v Fulham (A)
Tino Livramento - muscle injury
The full-back withdrew from England duty after experiencing some discomfort in training prior to the Hull City game - but Matthias Jaissle described himself as ‘optimistic’ that Livramento will be able to return to the squad after the international break.
Expected return date: No return date
Ewen Jaouen - hamstring
The French youngster has been absent from Newcastle’s last three Premier League squads after twisting his ankle in training. While he returned to fitness and played for France Under-21s during the international break, he has since suffered a hamstring injury and will be assessed further upon his return to Tyneside.
Expected return date: No return date