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Newcastle United have lost three key players to injury ahead of Tuesday’s Carabao Cup quarter-final clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Defender Fabian Schar and midfielder Joelinton suffered injuries in Newcastle United’s 3-0 victory over 10-man Fulham on Saturday.

Furthermore, it was revealed ahead of kick-off that Newcastke striker Alexander Isak had also picked up a groin injury that ruled him out of the Fulham clash.

Asked about the fitness of Schar and Joelinton, Howe said post-match: “It’s difficult to tell.

“They don’t look too bad. But they had to come off so it doesn’t look good for the short term.

“I think Fabby’s is a glute problem, I don’t think it’s a hamstring. And Joey’s possibly might be a hamstring. Two huge players for us.”

Aside from the aforementioned trio, Newcastle have eight players out injured, not to mention the suspended Sandro Tonali, and this could hand a much needed advantage to Chelsea.