Newcastle United journalist Chris Waugh is delighted to see striker Callum Wilson sign a new contract at the club.
The lowdown
The Athletic’s David Ornstein reported on Monday that Wilson had penned a two-year extension with the option for a further 12 months.
The Englishman, who joined from Bournemouth in 2020, now ranks among the club’s highest earners.
Newcastle plan to adjust Wilson’s training schedule ‘to try to keep him fit for longer’ and hope that he can mentor the club’s younger forwards.
The latest
Waugh took to Twitter on Monday morning to offer his reaction to the big development out of St James’ Park.
He called it ‘hugely positive news’ for the Magpies, who have something else to celebrate hot on the heels of a 4-1 win over Fulham at the weekend.
The verdict
In some respects, this decision might be surprising.
Wilson, after all, has suffered badly with injuries, missing 42 matches in two-and-a-bit seasons since he made his move.
And in summer signing Alexander Isak, Newcastle would appear to have already recruited a long-term successor to the 30-year-old.
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But ultimately, Wilson’s enduring quality shines through.
In 50 appearances for the club, he’s scored 23 goals and provided five assists – a very impressive return.
He’s sufficiently prolific when he does play to justify an extension, even if it remains a gamble given the money involved.
