Rob Elliot was forced off during Newcastle’s amazing win over Chelsea at St James’ Park after appearing to be suffering with a problem after taking a goal kick.
Youngster Jack Alnwick will make his first ever Newcastle start at Arsenal.
With Elliot now out and Tim Krul out until the new year, Pardew will be looking to Alnwick to make a name for himself.
Another man Pardew will be without is midfield enforcer Moussa Sissoko who will serve his suspension for reaching his yellow card limit.