Callum Wilson is a free agent following his Newcastle United exit earlier this week.
Callum Wilson joked to Chelsea midfielder Enzo Maresca that he would have joined the club if it were not for Joao Pedro.
Newcastle United parted company with Wilson on Monday, one week after his contract expired. The 33-year-old spent five years at St James’ Park, scoring 49 goals despite a mountain of injury problems.
Wilson helped keep Newcastle afloat during Mike Ashley’s latter years and played a crucial role in Champions League qualification two years ago. His role was reduced once Alexander Isak arrived and developed into one of Europe’s top strikers.
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A fresh deal was offered but on reduced terms, with Wilson snubbing the proposal to seek first-team opportunities elsewhere. Leeds United have been linked with a possible move as they aim to cement their Premier League status.
Interestingly, The Athletic have also claimed Manchester United are keeping tabs on Wilson’s situation to provide experience up front. However, an approach would only be made if the Red Devils do not land their top targets.
Callum Wilson jokes about Chelsea move
Working as a DAZN pundit during Chelsea’s Club World Cup win over Fluminense, Wilson quipped to Fernandez about joining the club. That was until Joao Pedro - a Newcastle United target earlier in the window - bagged a brace to send the Blues to the final.
Wilson also set his sights on joining a Premier League club as he closes in on 100 goals. He said: "Enzo, I was going to offer my services, but it seems like you don't need them now Joao is there!
“I mean, obviously, I have ambitions," the 33-year-old said following links to Burnley and Leeds United. I'm close to getting 100 goals and that's something I'd like to achieve. I still feel fit and hungry."
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Callum Wilson thanks Newcastle United supporters
Wilson hailed Newcastle supporters for their unwavering support during his five-year stay on Tyneside. He posted on social media: "Thank you for everything. We stood strong together through the highs and some lows to help the club experience new heights.
"I am so proud to have worn the iconic No. 9 shirt and to have added a little more history to it. Scoring at the Gallowgate end really is as special as they say. All good things come to an end, but there's no doubt Newcastle United will always have a place in mine and my family's hearts."
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