Arsenal star Granit Xhaka an injury doubt against Newcastle after going off with thigh problem for Switzerland against Denmark
The 26-year-old netted during the enthralling 3-3 draw in the Euro 2020 qualifier, where he was subbed off in the 79th minute
GRANIT XHAKA is in a race against time to be fit to face Newcastle on Monday after the Arsenal midfielder picked up a minor thigh injury whilst on international duty.
The Gunners ace - who netted another long-distance screamer - went off in the 79th minute of Switzerland's 3-3 draw against Denmark in yesterday's Euro 2020 qualifier.
Switzerland were 3-0 up at time of the change, but the Nations League semi-finalists capitulated in the closing stages, leading fans to query why Xhaka was brought off.
Speaking of the substitution, boss Vladimir Petkovic said: "Xhaka could not stay on the pitch.
"He asked me ten minutes before to be replaced. Granit had adductor problems, he could not do any more."
Arsenal will now be sweating over his fitness, with the 26-year-old a standout performer under Unai Emery since he replaced Arsene Wenger.
Xhaka has featured in 32 games for the North Londoners this season - chipping in with four goals and three assists.
He has been tipped to be named as Arsenal's player of the season following a number of dazzling displays in the middle of the pitch.
But he recently dropped a bombshell regarding his future after declaring he is considering leaving the club just a year after signing a contract extension.
Despite his injury worry, Arsenal have been handed a triple boost ahead of Monday night's clash against the Magpies at the Emirates.
Aaron Ramsey, Sead Kolasinac and Sokratis Papastathopoulos are all in contention of playing against Rafa Benitez's men as Arsenal look to make it ten home league wins in a row.
Emery's side are currently fourth in the table - one point behind rivals Tottenham who are sitting in third spot.