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Papiss Cisse could be ruled out of Newcastle United’s League Cup third round tie against Sheffield Wednesday.

The Senegal international – who was taken off at half-time on Saturday – has injured his back and underwent a scan to assess further damage.

Cisse sustained the injury during the game with West Ham United last Monday evening at Upton Park. He played on against Watford but the problem has been bothering him in the aftermath of the 2-1 loss to the Hornets.

It leaves Cisse doubtful for the game with Sheffield Wednesday. Head coach Steve McClaren said: “Papiss injured himself when trying an overhead kick against West Ham.”

United will also be without Massadio Haidara and Jack Colback for the clash with the Owls after the pair suffered knocks against Watford.

Newcastle are tilting for a place in the last 16 against the Championship side.