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Manchester United have missed out on free agent striker Callum Wilson, who has accomplished a transfer to a rival Premier League membership.
Wilson was on United’s radar
It’s well-known that United are on the hunt for a striker, with Ruben Amorim wanting so as to add extra firepower to the ranks after a goal-shy 2024/25 season.
United have already bolstered their attacking division with the additions of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brentford respectively. For the time being, the membership’s full switch focus appears to be on bringing in a striker.
All through the window, the Crimson Devils have been linked to a bunch of talismans together with Wilson.
Wilson parted methods with Newcastle upon the expiry of his contract on the finish of June. He spent 5 seasons at St James’ Park, netting an honest 49 targets in 130 matches.
He gained the Carabao Cup throughout his time with the Magpies.
Nonetheless, persistently occurring accidents within the final two campaigns prevented Wilson from nailing down a run of video games and performances. However, given his Premier League expertise and availability, there was a powerful case that he could possibly be a sensible addition for United, significantly as a back-up striker.
A report lined by The Peoples Individual final month relayed that United had been supplied the possibility to signal Wilson.
Now, the dependable David Ornstein has confirmed that the 33-year-old has agreed to hitch West Ham.
Wilson to hitch West Ham
In line with Ornstein, “West Ham United have agreed a deal to signal free agent Callum Wilson following his Newcastle United exit.”
“Wilson has accomplished a medical forward of signing a one-year take care of the east London membership, which is closely incentive-based.”
“The 33-year-old, who was gained 9 England caps, left Newcastle on the finish of his contract on June 30 after the north east membership determined in opposition to taking on the choice to increase his deal. The events held talks a couple of new contract that may have been barely extra incentive-based, however couldn’t attain an settlement.”
If United have been contemplating a late transfer for Wilson, that window of alternative has now firmly shut. It’s thought that Amorim’s aspect stay in pursuit of RB Leipzig Benjamin Sesko.
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