Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey is set for a spell on the sidelines with a groin injury.
The 28-year-old has played with the problem in recent weeks but he will miss Sunday's trip to Wolves.
The club's medical staff will decide on the best course of treatment this week and he is unlikely to feature before November's international break.
Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey will be missing for Sunday's trip to Molineux
The loss of his playmaker is a blow for boss Steve Bruce, who has been striving to improve his side's style of play amid criticism from supporters.