Joelinton was forced off during Saturday’s defeat to Fulham with a knee injury and was later spotted in a knee brace.
Newcastle are currently assessing the Brazilian and they are yet to rule him out of Wednesday’s clash with Arsenal.
“Joey had a knee brace on as a precaution,” said Eddie Howe. “I would say he is a doubt, but we will give him every chance to be fit.
“Our centre midfield, we have good strength in depth - Sean Longstaff, Lewis Miley and Joe Willock – they all bring something different.”
Newcastle could welcome back Callum Wilson to the squad, though, for the first time since December.
The striker has been out with a hamstring injury, but he is close to finally making a comeback.
Anthony Gordon scores Newcastle's second goal in the Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg tie against Arsenal
Newcastle won 2-0 against Arsenal in north London last month
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“There is a chance, we have another training session to get through so we will see,” said Howe. “Let’s get through training before we make a decision.”
Newcastle go into Wednesday’s game in a strong position after beating Arsenal 2-0 in the first leg at Emirates Stadium.
Howe, however, has warned his side against complacency as they prepare to welcome an Arsenal team that put five past Manchester City on Sunday.
“My message is, we are at the halfway point in the tie,” he said. “Against any opposition the game is still very much alive.
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