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Newcastle United’s William Osula could be facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a setback with his injury in August.
That’s according to Viaplay in Denmark, who stress that the update is based on their own information regarding the striker’s current situation.
Newcastle United injury blow
On August 23rd, Matthias Jaissle handed the 23-year-old his first competitive start of the season as Newcastle United drew 2-2 with Liverpool at St James’ Park.
The decision paid dividends almost immediately, with William Osula setting up Anthony Elanga for the opening goal inside five minutes.
However, Osula was replaced by Joe Willock in the 56th minute. The Denmark international had suffered a foot injury during the clash with Liverpool but initially attempted to continue before eventually being withdrawn in the second half, adding to what has been a difficult start to the season.
The setback subsequently ruled him out of Newcastle’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur last weekend. Neither Jaissle nor the club have so far provided a clear indication of when the attacker could return.
Newcastle player doubtful for international break
Viaplay now report that William Osula has been ‘wearing a splint’ since sustaining the injury against Liverpool more than two weeks ago.
According to their sources, the Danish international could be sidelined for ‘a long time’.
While no specific return date has been provided, the report’s headline suggests Osula could miss the upcoming international break. The report itself also states that he is doubtful to represent Denmark in the coming weeks.
If that proves to be the case, the striker may not return to action for Newcastle United until next month at the earliest. The Magpies are scheduled to face Coventry City on October 13th following the international break.
Before then, Newcastle have four fixtures this month against AFC Bournemouth, Millwall in the EFL Cup, Leeds United and Hull City. If Viaplay’s information is accurate, Osula could miss all four matches.
Matthias Jaissle may offer further clarity on the forward’s condition during his next press conference.
Osula enjoyed an impressive second half of last season, scoring seven goals in 24 league appearances, with six of those strikes coming after March. Newcastle United’s decision to prevent a move to Eintracht Frankfurt in January now appears to have been justified.