“SHOCKING REVELATION! Eddie Howe’s EXPLOSIVE Response to Callum Wilson’s Newcastle Future Will Leave You SPEECHLESS!”

Despite recent announcements confirming contract extensions for Fabian Schar, Jamaal Lascelles, and Martin Dubravka, uncertainty continues to loom over Callum Wilson’s future at Newcastle United.

 

The 33-year-old striker is out of contract this summer and, although a proven goalscorer when fit, he has shown signs of decline this season.

 

His contributions from the bench have been minimal, raising questions about whether he will be offered an extension.

 

There have been murmurs that Wilson might be handed a one-year extension, but reports suggest formal negotiations have yet to commence.

 

When Eddie Howe addressed the matter during his press conference this morning, he didn’t provide much clarity.

Howe’s response on Wilson’s future

 

Howe’s comments regarding Wilson were open-ended and could be interpreted in multiple ways.

 

While he did express confidence in Wilson’s role for the remainder of the season, he stopped short of confirming any long-term plans.

 

“He’s very much in my plans going forward. We have four games to go and he’s a huge part of that,” said Howe.

 

That statement clearly reflects a short-term focus, with Howe emphasizing Wilson’s involvement in the crucial final stretch of the Premier League campaign.

 

He then left the door open for Wilson to influence his future by performing well over the coming weeks, adding: “I think he’s looked better and better in recent weeks.

 

Physically, I see the Callum Wilson of old. He has stayed fit for a long period of time, which has been brilliant to see.

 

I think on his long-term future, let’s wait and see how he performs and how he continues to look.”

 

This suggests that Wilson’s future may hinge on how he finishes the season.

 

While Howe’s comments are encouraging in tone, they notably lack the conviction seen when discussing extensions for players like Schar and Dubravka.

 

The absence of any indication that a deal is close speaks volumes.

 

It’s understood that Newcastle hold a 12-month option on Wilson’s current contract.

 

However, it remains unclear whether the club would trigger that option to retain him as a third-choice striker or simply protect his market value for a potential sale.

 

If they choose not to extend, Wilson will walk away as a free agent at the end of June.

 

What should the club do next?

 

If a new contract is to be offered, it would have to reflect Wilson’s reduced role.

 

His current reported wages of £70,000–£80,000 per week are steep for a player who may become the club’s third-choice striker next season.

 

Newcastle are widely expected to sign another forward this summer to serve as backup or even a rotation option with Alexander Isak.

 

Liam Delap, who has impressed with 12 league goals for a relegated Ipswich Town, has been linked with a move.

 

He is reportedly available for around £30 million due to a release clause, but is said to be seeking wages exceeding £120,000 per week.

 

If Delap—or a striker of similar profile—arrives, Wilson would likely fall further down the pecking order.

 

Still, the club would benefit from having experienced depth in a season where they aim to compete on multiple fronts, including Europe.

 

In this scenario, Wilson might serve as the third option, with someone like Will Osula potentially going out on loan, as reported by The Telegraph.

 

This would preserve squad depth while allowing younger players to develop elsewhere.

 

That said, Wilson’s form this season does little to warrant a new deal.

 

He has struggled to make an impact off the bench, and with only one goal all season—coming in the FA Cup against Birmingham—he has failed to find the net in league play.

 

With May now underway and no sign of progress in talks, allowing him to leave on a free transfer might be the most pragmatic option.

 

The club must prioritize planning for the future, and sentiment cannot outweigh performance at this level.