‘It’s over’: Fabrizio Romano reveals stunning Newcastle United contract update

Newcastle United and Callum Wilson have failed to reach an agreement on a new deal.

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Newcastle United and Callum Wilson are allegedly set to part ways after failing to agree on a new contract.

The 33-year-old’s contract expired last week, but he was given a new proposal with reduced terms. Given Wilson’s evolving role at St James’ Park, the offer is believed to have been an incentive deal.

Signed as the guaranteed goalscorer Newcastle lacked under Steve Bruce, the England international took home the historic No.9 shirt in his second season. Wilson scored key goals for the Magpies, but his injury history has always raised concerns.

The striker has missed nearly 40% of Newcastle’s Premier League games since joining the club in September 2020. Alexander Isak’s rise to prominence as one of the world’s finest forwards has also lowered Wilson’s status.

Fabrizio Romano confirms leaving.
Wilson, a loyal lieutenant of Eddie Howe, was expected to stay on Tyneside, but he is reportedly planning to leave. According to Italian sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, Wilson, who scored 49 goals in black and white stripes, has confirmed his choice.

“Understand it’s over between Callum Wilson and Newcastle, decision made with formal confirmation to follow,” he posted to his Facebook page. “Wilson will soon say goodbye to NUFC staff, fans and teammates as he’s not staying at the club with contract now expired.”

‘I am comfortable.’ – Callum Wilson
Wilson recently told The Rest Is Football podcast that he is confident about his future with Newcastle. He said, “I’m well now. Fortunately, my financial situation is steady, so this is not an issue. I know I can still provide for my family by putting food on the table for them.

“I know my worth and value, and I’m still so hungry inside that even though I know Alex is scoring goals, I’m still irritated when the squad sheet comes out and I’m not starting, so I know I’m not ready to give up football yet.

“I would love to leave football before it leaves me. I would never let an injury keep me from playing. I believe I’ve been healthy for four and a half months, but I’ve only played 250 or 300 minutes, which is frustrating because you don’t want the last few years of your career to pass you by, especially when you’ve worked so hard to get there.

“It’s all new to me right now, but I’m simply enjoying life, football, and playing with a positive attitude. “What is meant to be, will be.”

Eddie Howe discusses Callum. Wilson
When questioned by the media following the final-day defeat to Everton, Howe did not confirm or deny Wilson’s departure. When asked about the striker’s apparent post-match goodbye, the Toon boss replied, “Let’s wait and see. We’ll get down and discuss with his agents.

“What I can say is that Callum Wilson is and has been a fantastic footballer for Newcastle. He embodies the spirit that has led us to where we are.

“He’s professional and brave; to come here and be the number nine in the way he did was a difficult time in the club’s history. The club needed hope, and Callum provided it. He handled the strain and responsibility that comes with his role admirably.

“He provides a positive energy to the group, he’s a leader in the changing room, and he’s just been amazing. Let’s see what happens, but it’s fantastic to see him have that connection with his fans. There’s still a lot of respect between the two.”