Newcastle United have the chance of reaching the Carabao Cup final when they travel to the Emirates for the semi-final first leg against Arsenal. On the back of successive away wins against Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur,

Arteta has continued to opt for Thomas Partey at right-back, and thus Gordon’s potential absence will be a huge relief for the Gunners’ faithful, with the winger certainly capable of threatening the Ghanian on Arsenal’s right-hand side.

The Carabao Cup is down to the last four with the two winners over two legs between now and early February booking their berths at the March 16 final at Wembley Stadium. Before that, each team gets a chance to play at home in front of their own supporters with Arsenal,