Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United have all reportedly been alerted by the potential availability of Newcastle United forward Callum Wilson in the closing days of the January transfer window.
Both Arsenal and Chelsea are looking for upgrades in the final third of the field, while Man United currently only have one fit centre-forward in the shape of Rasmus Hojlund, with Anthony Martial, who has been missing since December 9, ruled out for another 10 weeks following a groin operation.
Wilson's future is currently being called into question, with Atletico Madrid believed to be keeping a close eye on the situation surrounding his future.
According to the London Evening Standard, Newcastle might sell Wilson for £18m in the final stages of the market, which has attracted the attention of Arsenal, Chelsea and Man United.
The report claims that Newcastle need to raise funds to ensure that they stay within the Premier League's rules when it comes to profit and sustainability.
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Speaking on his The Footballer's Football Podcast with West Ham United's Michail Antonio, Wilson addressed the speculation surrounding a potential mid-season exit, with AC Milan also said to be interested in him.
"It's January. The window is open and there is always speculation with players, not just regarding myself but with everyone else in the squad as well. I haven't got much more to say than that," he said.
Wilson has scored eight goals and registered one assist in 20 appearances for Newcastle this season, including seven goals and one assist in 14 Premier League outings.
The forward has missed his side's last two league fixtures with Liverpool and Manchester City due to a calf problem but is closing in on a return to fitness.
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Wilson's contract at St James' Park is due to expire next June, and there will again be speculation surrounding his future this summer if he does not leave before the end of the month.
The forward started his professional career with Coventry City before making the move to Bournemouth, and he spent six years with the Cherries, finding the back of the net on 67 occasions in 187 appearances.
Wilson then arrived at Newcastle in September 2020, and he has managed 46 goals and 11 assists in 102 appearances for the Magpies in all competitions.
The striker has 86 goals and 27 assists in 215 Premier League matches, meanwhile, and he has also gained Champions League experience at Newcastle this term.
Wilson is likely to want guarantees over playing time at a potential new club, though, as he needs regular action in the second half of the 2023-24 campaign in order to stand a chance of making the England squad for this summer's European Championship.
