Newcastle have been rocked by the news that leading goalscorer Callum Wilson could be sidelined for up to eight weeks with a hamstring injury.
The 28-year-old striker was forced off after 36 minutes of the Magpies’ last Premier League outing against Southampton.
Fears were quickly raised regarding a long-term absence for the England international, with Bruce confirming that he may be out of action until April.
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What has been said?
When offering a fitness update ahead of a trip to Chelsea on Monday, Newcastle boss Bruce told reporters: “Fabian Schar has had an operation on his knee ligaments so it's eight weeks out for him.