Callum Wilson is in an interesting position at Newcastle United.
Wilson has been a fine player for Newcastle United over the years, more than repaying the money spent on him back in 2020.
The striker has scored 49 goals in 126 games for the club since arriving from Bournemouth. Without some of his goals during the relegation battles of his early years on Tyneside, quite where the club would be is not worth thinking about.
Still, the sheer number of injuries the 33-year-old has endured at Newcastle cannot be ignored. The England international has missed 113 games with various ailments since joining the club.
About to become a free agent this summer as it stands, Newcastle have told Wilson to earn a new contract.
While the prospect of staying at St James’ Park hasn’t yet been ruled out, The Daily Mail have provided a fresh update.
Callum Wilson could look to leave Newcastle United despite new contract possibility
They suggest that all options remain on the table regarding Wilson at Newcastle.
Should he continue to prove his fitness, a 12-month contract on freshly negotiated terms cannot be ruled out.
However, author of the article Craig Hope suggests that in all “likelihood”, Wilson could opt to leave Newcastle this summer – particularly if a foreign team come in with an offer.
Callum Wilson’s salary at Newcastle United
Howe has suggested he wants to keep Wilson at Newcastle and it’s easy to see why.
He’s scored 100 goals in 278 games under his stewardship and brings a wealth of experience, which could be helpful next season when the schedule gets busier again due to Newcastle playing in Europe.
| Games | Goals | Games missed through injury |
| 126 | 49 | 113 |
There are benefits to keeping him, albeit they are all dependent on fitness.
Reportedly, Wilson is paid around £46k-per-week at Newcastle. Whatever decision the club make over his future, it’s likely to split opinion amongst the fanbase considering the injuries…
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