The 23-year-old was forced off in the 76th minute of Newcastle’s eventual Carabao Cup semi-final triumph over Fulham on Wednesday (December 17).
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After the game, Eddie Howe confirmed that Livramento will miss the Premier League game against Chelsea on Saturday due to an apparent knee issue.
According to the Daily Mail, Livramento’s injury isn’t as bad as initially thought, and he hasn’t suffered any serious ligament damage.
It remains to be seen just how long the England international will be out, however, but it’s likely he will feature again this season.