West Ham Agrees One-Year Deal with Striker Callum Wilson

West Ham United is set to sign 33-year-old striker Callum Wilson on a one-year, incentive-based contract following his release from Newcastle United. Despite Wilson's notable Premier League goal-scoring record, including 18 goals in the 2022-23 season, concerns remain over his age and persistent injury history, which clashes with manager Graham Potter’s aim to prioritize youth and reduce the squad's average age. Potter reportedly has reservations about the signing and it is believed the transfer is driven more by the club’s hierarchy than the manager himself. Wilson’s move fills the vacancy left by Michail Antonio's departure, but many West Ham fans are skeptical, viewing the acquisition as a short-term, risky solution rather than a long-term strategy. The deal is low-risk financially for West Ham since Wilson is a free agent and the salary depends heavily on performance incentives. While Wilson has a strong record against West Ham and the potential to thrive under Potter, fan apprehension and the manager's cautious stance underscore the challenges ahead for the striker's integration into the team.