Striker Wilson leaves Newcastle after five seasons
Wilson scored 49 goals in 130 appearances for Newcastle United after joining from Bournemouth in 2020, despite a series of injury setbacks that frequently disrupted his campaigns.
He played a pivotal role in helping the Magpies qualify for the 2023-24 Champions League, as well
as finishing fifth in last season's Premier League, and lifting the club's first domestic silverware since 1955 with the League Cup.
The 33-year-old former England striker had been negotiating a contract extension after his previous deal expired on June 30, but will now move on, with the United States a possible destination.
"To all you Magpies, it's time to say goodbye after an unbelievable few years at the Toon," wrote Wilson on Monday.
"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 number 9 shirt and to have added a little more history to it. 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," he added.
The club also paid tribute to Wilson on social media. "From scoring on his debut against West Ham
in 2020 to wearing the iconic number 9 shirt, Callum has played a huge part in our success in recent years, and we thank him for all his contributions," read a club message.
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