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Newcastle United Edge Closer to Champions League Spot but Face Crucial Summer Decision
Newcastle United took a major step towards Champions League qualification with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea at St. James’ Park on Sunday afternoon.
However, a significant decision looms for manager Eddie Howe, following a telling incident involving one of his senior players.
Sandro Tonali fired Newcastle into the lead just two minutes into the game. Although they didn’t immediately press their advantage, the momentum shifted entirely after Nicolas Jackson was sent off.
Bruno Guimaraes sealed the win with a deflected goal late on, pushing the Magpies into third place, just one point behind Arsenal, following Manchester City’s unexpected slip-up against Southampton.
Wilson’s Future in Doubt as Role Diminishes
Despite the commanding performance and contributions from key players like Tonali, Guimaraes, Alexander Isak, and Anthony Gordon, striker Callum Wilson was only afforded a brief two-minute appearance at the end.
With his £110,000-a-week contract expiring this summer, Wilson’s limited involvement is increasingly pointing to an exit.
Though Newcastle needed an extra goal to completely kill off the match, Wilson wasn’t introduced until the result was all but secured.
It’s a pattern that’s become more common — the 32-year-old hasn’t played more than 25 minutes in a single match since early February.
His only Premier League start this season came in a forgettable game against Liverpool, which preceded Newcastle’s League Cup final win.
While Wilson’s goal-scoring ability is proven, he has struggled this term, partly due to injuries and the emergence of Isak, who has made the central striker role his own.
If Wilson fails to find the net before the season ends, it will be the first league campaign of his career without a goal.
Jonathan David Seen as Ideal Successor
With Wilson’s high salary and limited output, Newcastle would benefit from parting ways this summer — and bringing in a replacement.
One standout candidate is Jonathan David, who is expected to leave Lille as a free agent at the end of the season.
The Canadian international is attracting widespread interest from across Europe, but Newcastle could present him with a compelling offer.
Not only could David provide depth at striker, but he also brings versatility, capable of operating on the right wing — a position where competition is currently thin, with only Jacob Murphy and occasional appearances from others.
David has been prolific in Ligue 1, scoring 87 goals in 177 appearances.
His performances have earned him high praise, and his arrival would offer Newcastle another dynamic, mobile forward to bolster their attack.
His age, pedigree, and availability on a free transfer make him an attractive prospect, especially for a club needing to manage finances under Financial Fair Play regulations.
Bringing in David would represent another smart piece of business by Newcastle, who have made impressive recruitment decisions in recent seasons — key to their resurgence and potential Champions League qualification for the second time in three years.
Time to Move On
Wilson has been linked with clubs such as Leeds United and Coventry City. Considering his injury record and diminishing impact, Newcastle should allow him to depart when his contract ends.
With European football likely next season, squad depth and reliability will be more important than ever — and that may mean bidding farewell to one of their long-serving players.
