Perfect Callum Wilson replacement now ‘likely’ to leave and could join Newcastle United
Newcastle United Eye Free Transfer for Calvert-Lewin Amid Striker Search
Newcastle United’s ongoing search for a new striker has taken an intriguing turn, as they have been presented with an opportunity to potentially replace Callum Wilson with a proven Premier League forward—available on a free transfer. The Magpies have reportedly renewed their interest in Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is set to leave Goodison Park at the end of his contract this summer.
As the first week of the 2025 summer transfer window draws to a close, anticipation continues to build on Tyneside. Despite securing Champions League football on the dramatic final day of the Premier League season, the club has yet to make a major addition to its starting lineup. Fans are growing increasingly eager for a marquee signing to mark Newcastle’s return to Europe’s elite competition.
Midfield talisman Bruno Guimaraes has openly spoken of the need for Newcastle to strengthen significantly if they are to challenge at the highest level, and manager Eddie Howe has confirmed that the upcoming window will be pivotal. Supporters have waited patiently—nearly two full years—since the club last bolstered its starting XI with the loan acquisition of Lewis Hall from Chelsea in 2023. Understandably, excitement is mounting for the first major arrival of the summer.
One of Newcastle’s top priorities is bringing in a striker who can either complement or rotate with Alexander Isak, the club’s prolific Swedish forward. While the recruitment team has identified Joao Pedro as a potential option, recent developments could alter their course of action. A familiar name has re-entered the frame—Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
The Magpies were previously interested in the England international during the 2024 transfer window, and now they could have a second chance to sign him under very favorable terms. According to The Athletic, the 28-year-old is increasingly likely to depart Everton once his contract expires at the end of the month. Despite some discussions between the player and the club, negotiations have stalled, with insiders suggesting a departure is the most realistic outcome.
Calvert-Lewin, who has endured a challenging couple of seasons plagued by injuries and inconsistent form since Carlo Ancelotti’s exit from Everton, is now looking to revive his career elsewhere. Interest in his services extends beyond the Premier League, with clubs from the Championship and Major League Soccer also monitoring his situation. Should Newcastle formalize their interest, it is expected that Calvert-Lewin will seek a long-term contract that reflects both his pedigree and potential value to the squad.
The move could also be accelerated by the uncertain future of Callum Wilson. The 33-year-old striker has experienced a frustrating campaign, failing to find the back of the net in the league and falling behind Isak in the pecking order. Earlier this year, Wilson admitted to some discontent regarding his limited opportunities, though he acknowledged the difficulty of displacing Isak given the Swede’s form.
Wilson’s contract is also set to expire this month, and while Newcastle have tabled a renewal offer, it is heavily performance-based—loaded with fitness-related clauses. As things stand, the England international is expected to depart St. James’ Park, with Everton reportedly among the clubs expressing interest in acquiring him.
In what could be a neatly symmetrical deal, Wilson’s potential switch to Merseyside and Calvert-Lewin’s move in the opposite direction may suit all parties. Newcastle would gain a younger, dynamic striker with something to prove, while Wilson would have the opportunity to play more regularly at a club in need of experienced attacking reinforcements.
For now, Newcastle’s recruitment team remains hard at work behind the scenes. With time ticking down on multiple contracts and with European football on the horizon, the pressure is on to deliver a statement signing. Calvert-Lewin, once considered among the most promising strikers in the country, may now have the chance to reignite his career under Eddie Howe—while helping Newcastle push further up the Premier League ladder and make a splash in the Champions League.