Newcastle's Joelinton ruled out for at least two weeks

Newcastle United's Joelinton is ruled out for at least two weeks, missing the Liverpool clash, as Matthias Jaissle faces another injury setback.

Brit Brief 15/08/2026 16:08

Newcastle's Joelinton ruled out for at least two weeks — Joelinton out for at least two weeks, Jaissle confirms

Newcastle United midfielder Joelinton has been ruled out for at least two weeks, meaning he will miss the Premier League opener against Liverpool. The Brazilian's injury remains unspecified, but manager Matthias Jaissle confirmed the news after the 2-1 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.

Jaissle confirms absence

Speaking after the Leverkusen game, Jaissle said: "Joelinton will be missing for at least two weeks. This is something we need to solve soon. Full details will soon follow."

The £40m former Hoffenheim star, who played alongside Jaissle at the Bundesliga club, missed the Leverkusen match due to the injury.

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Injury woes continue

This adds to Newcastle's growing injury list ahead of the new season, with Jaissle now short-handed for the Liverpool clash. The club has not yet provided further details on the nature or extent of Joelinton's injury.