Moussa Sissoko could feature for Newcastle United against Arsenal following a swift recovery from a groin injury, head coach Steve McClaren has revealed.
Sissoko missed Newcastle s 0-0 Premier League draw at Manchester United last Saturday and Tuesday s 4-1 League Cup second round success against Northampton Town.
Newcastle next welcome Arsenal to St James Park seeking a maiden league victory of the campaign over a team they have not fared well against in recent times.
The Tyneside club have not beaten Arsenal since 2010, with their last home triumph over Arsene Wenger s men coming in 2005.
But their hopes of ending that run have been boosted by Sissoko s progress.
McClaren said: We thought Moussa would have no chance but he has healed well. Is…