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Callum Wilson breaks silence on Newcastle United future as contract runs down - 'know my worth'

Newcastle United forward Callum Wilson has spoken out over his future

Leeds United have been linked with a summer swoop for Callum Wilson of Newcastle United.

Callum Wilson has opened up on his Newcastle United future as he enters the final weeks of his contract at St James' Park. The 33-year-old has failed to meet the appearance threshold that would have triggered a one-year extension, meaning United chiefs will make a decision on whether the veteran forward gets to add to his 129 appearances in black and white.


Wilson has played second fiddle to Alexander Isak in recent seasons amid repeated injury issues but has managed to keep himself fit since returning to action in February following a hamstring problem. The former Bournemouth striker has failed to find the net in 17 Premier League appearances this season, however, but admits he is still enjoying his football on Tyneside.


Speaking on the High Performance Podcast, when asked about his future, Wilson responded: “I’m comfortable now. Financially, thankfully, I’m stable so that’s not an issue. I know I’m still able to provide for my family and put food on the table for them.


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

“I’d love to leave football before football leaves me, I’d never let an injury stop me from playing - I think I’ve been fit now four-and-a-half months but I’ve probably only played 250 or 300 minutes and that side of things are frustrating because you don’t want to last few years on your career to fizzle away from you, especially when you’re worked so hard to get to that point.


“It’s all new for me at the moment but I’m just enjoying life, enjoying football and playing with a smile on my face. What’s meant to be will be.”

Leeds United have emerged as a potential suitor for Wilson as his future hangs in the balance. The Elland Road outfit have also been touted with interest in Sean Longstaff as Daniel Farke looks to build a squad capable of staying in the Premier League next term.

Wilson started for Newcastle in Sunday's defeat to Arsenal, in Isak's absence, but the forward's place in the pecking order means young pretender William Osula continues to wait for his chance to shine on a regular basis.

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Discussing Wilson's future last month, Howe said: “I think physically, I see the Callum Wilson of old. So good signs for him. And he has stayed fit for a long period of time, which has been brilliant to see.

"And I think that on his long-term future, let's wait and see. Let's wait and see how he performs and how he continues to look."

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