Newcastle set £10m asking price for this star player
The latest Newcastle transfer news - Newcastle set £10m asking price for Callum Wilson. Newcastle wants to sell Callum Wilson in January.
Newcastle United are open to selling Callum Wilson in the January transfer window. According to Football Insider, the club has set an asking price of under £10 million for the striker.
Wilson, who is 32 years old, has returned to full fitness after missing the start of the season due to a back injury. He recently made his first appearance of the season, coming off the bench against West Ham.
Newcastle transfer news - Newcastle wants to sell Callum Wilson in January
Callum Wilson’s current contract at Newcastle United expires at the end of this season. If the Magpies do not sell him in January, they risk losing him for free unless he signs a new deal.
The club had reportedly been willing to sell him during the summer. However, his injury situation made potential buyers hesitant to make a move.
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Newcastle United have faced several injury problems in their striker department this season. Both Wilson and Alexander Isak have missed games, leaving the team short of options.
Eddie Howe is keen to strengthen his attacking options in the January window. Bringing in a new striker has become a priority to avoid similar issues in the second half of the season.
Newcastle set £10m asking price for this star player
Callum Wilson has proven his quality in the Premier League over the years. He has scored 88 goals in 222 appearances in the competition.
Despite his age, Wilson remains a reliable striker. A move in January could be his last major transfer opportunity, and he would leave Newcastle fit to contribute immediately at his next club.
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Wilson’s future will depend on several factors, including the interest he attracts from other clubs. Newcastle United may also decide to keep him if they fail to secure a replacement in January.
For now, Newcastle appear willing to let their experienced striker move on. The coming weeks will show if any club is ready to meet the asking price for Callum Wilson.