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“It’s difficult”- Callum Wilson Breaks Silence on Newcastle Future as Shock Leeds Move Looms. But is je still heading to Leeds?
Leeds United Tracking Callum Wilson as Newcastle Offer New Contract
Leeds United are among several clubs keeping a close eye on Callum Wilson, who has been offered a new deal by Newcastle United amid uncertainty over his future.
Wilson, 33, is currently a free agent after his contract with Newcastle expired. Having joined the Magpies from Bournemouth in 2019, he has become the club’s second-highest Premier League goalscorer behind Alan Shearer and Alexander Isak, netting 47 league goals.
However, injuries and the emergence of Isak have seen Wilson fall down the pecking order, and he hasn’t scored in the Premier League in over a year.
He ended the recent season with just one goal — an FA Cup strike against Birmingham City — in 22 appearances, most of which came from the bench.
His final appearance, a substitute outing against Everton, was followed by a standing ovation and lap of honour at St James’ Park, suggesting a possible farewell.
Despite this, Newcastle have not closed the door on Wilson’s return. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed that talks are ongoing with the striker’s representatives, with a performance-based contract currently on the table.
The proposed deal would involve a reduced salary and see Wilson provide backup for Isak and another incoming forward, potentially Ipswich Town’s £30 million-rated Liam Delap. However, Chelsea are reportedly leading the race for Delap’s signature.
Whether Wilson is willing to remain as a backup — or possibly third choice — remains uncertain. In a candid interview on the High Performance Podcast, he opened up about the mental challenges of transitioning from a key starter to a secondary role.
“You go from being the first-choice striker to second choice,” Wilson said. “There’s no contest now over who starts, and rightly so. During my time out, Alex has reached a whole new level, which has been brilliant for the team and helped us improve massively.
“That meant my role had to change, and I’ve had to set aside pride and ego, think about what the team needs, and find ways to contribute off the pitch. It’s not easy.
I’ve had to find that balance, and with my contract running out, it’s brought a lot of new emotional challenges I’ve never faced before.”
Given his status as a free agent and his limited minutes last season, Wilson is expected to weigh his options carefully.
With several clubs reportedly interested, he may choose to move on in pursuit of regular playing time as he approaches the twilight of his career.
