Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterFour Four TwoGet the FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.You are now subscribedYour newsletter sign-up was successfulWant to add more newsletters?Five times a weekFourFourTwo DailyFantastic football content straight to your inbox! From the latest transfer news, quizzes, videos, features and interviews with the biggest names in the game, plus lots more.Signup +Once a week...And its LIVE!Sign up to our FREE live football newsletter, tracking all of the biggest games available to watch on the device of your choice. Never miss a kick-off!Signup +Join the clubGet full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards.Explore An account already exists for this email address, please log in.Subscribe to our newsletterSandro Tonali could be unavailable for Newcastle's clash with local rivals Sunderland.The Italian started at the base of midfield for the Magpies in their defeat to Barcelona as they crashed out of the Champions League.He limped off with an apparent hip injury which could add to Newcastle's injury woes in midfield.Article continues below You may like Eddie Howe provides Newcastle United update on Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon Manchester United 'seriously working' on �86m Sandro Tonali move: report Newcastle United issue official response to Sandro Tonali Arsenal transfer How long could Tonali be sidelined for? Tonali has been impressive for Newcastle in recent weeks, especially in their 2-1 win over Manchester United with 10-men.He was withdrawn just before the hour mark in Barcelona, with apparent discomfort in his hip/groin area, and Eddie Howe has provided an update on his situation.We will wait and see on Sandro, it is maybe not as bad as first feared, he said in a pre-match press conference.We will see how he is today and make a decision closer to the game.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.The news will come as a relief to Newcastle fans, and the fact they are not in action for two more days gives him an extended recovery time ahead of a crucial match in their season.In FourFourTwo's view, whilst Howe may be tempted to throw Tonali straight back into the action, due to the tempo and aggression of the Tyne-Wear clash against Sunderland, it may make sense to preserve him for later in the game.The Black Cats are likely to set up at St. James' Park intent on frustrating their hosts having enjoyed similar success recently at Elland Road.Sunderland do have one of the poorer away records in the Premier League this season, scoring a meagre eight goals across 15 matches.However, the Wearsiders have been able to clinch three victories on the road, which is more than Leeds United, Burnley and Wolves have managed.Newcastle, meanwhile, will hope to build on their eight home league wins this term with a first Premier League victory over their arch rivals since 2011.TOPICSNewcastle UnitedPremier LeagueEwan GenneryFreelance writerEwan is a freelance writer and social media manager who has worked for The Athletic, GOAL, 90min and OneFootball. From Gelsenkirchen to Riyadh, he has covered some of the biggest games in football in his three years in the industry.
