Born on 27 February 1992, Callum Wilson, an Englishman of 33 years, has a robust presence as a striker on the field for Newcastle United. He stands a little just under the average native male height at 5ft 10in (1.8m) and has a weight of 10st 7lb (approximately 67kg). On match days, one can easily recognise him strutting about in his number 9 jersey.
According to Transfermarkt, Wilson's current market value is roughly £7m, a testament to his performance for the club. His contract is set to expiration on 30 June 2025 - with just one month remaining on the clock.
Wilson's football career picked up during the 2010-2011 season with Coventry City, where he managed a single appearance on the senior squad. That same season, he solidified his stature at Kettering Town, where he was a consistent presence on the football field for 17 matches, scoring one goal. The next year, playing for Tamworth, he made three first team appearances and scored one goal.
He returned to Coventry City in the 2012-2013 season, lest we forget his 21-goal rally from 37 appearances in the 2013-2014 season. When he switched over to Bournemouth in the 2014-2015 season, he didn't let his performance falter, boasting 20 goals from 45 first team appearances. What followed were consistent appearances and commendable goal records over the following seasons at Bournemouth.
Callum Wilson then exchanged his Bournemouth jersey for Newcastle United's in the 2020-2021 season, where he put on impressive performances. Over the next four seasons at Newcastle United, Wilson made his presence felt on the team, showcasing remarkable talent and consistency in his play. He scored a notable total of 47 goals during this timeframe, contributing significantly to their campaign.
Wilson also proved his mettle in the contingents of the Champions League 2023-2024, FA Cup 2024-2025, and League Cup 2024-2025 competitions representing Newcastle United, making vital contributions to his team's campaigns. He has made a total of 18 first-team appearances with Newcastle United in the current season (2024-2025) and plans to stay with the team for the 2025-2026 season.
