Former England star Callum Wilson, 33, left unemployed as he announces emotional exit from Newcastle
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Callum Wilson has announced his exit from Newcastle United
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He is now a free agent having left St. James' Park at the end of his deal.
Wilson has
The former Cherries man has also been looking towards life after football, working as a pundit on the Club World Cup this summer.
Posting on social media, Wilson said: "It's time to say goodbye after an unbelievable few years in the Toon.
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"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.
"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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Callum Wilson's Toon career
Here's a brief look at Wilson's time at St James' Park...
Matches Played: 130
Goals: 49
Assists: 11
Yellow Cards: 15
Red Cards: 0
1 x Carabao Cup
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"Thank you for the memories."
The Toon said: "From scoring on his debut against
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"Good luck for the future."
Magpies legend Alan Shearer added: "Well done Callum and good luck going forward."
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