With the new Premier League season fast approaching and European football on the horizon, Newcastle United are wasting no time bolstering their attacking options.
After Callum Wilson decided to stay put despite interest from elsewhere, the Magpies are now setting their sights on a familiar face in English football.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin Becomes a Target Once Again
Reports suggest that Newcastle have already held discussions with Dominic Calvert-Lewin, the former Everton striker who recently became a free agent.
The 28-year-old parted ways with the Toffees last month, bringing a nine-year spell at Goodison Park to an end.
Newcastle have admired Calvert-Lewin for a while.
In fact, they reportedly attempted to sign him last summer but backed off when the price tag became too steep.
Now, with no transfer fee involved, the interest has been reignited.
Why Newcastle Wants Him Now
With Champions League football ahead and the pressure mounting on Alexander Isak to deliver up front, Newcastle are keen to ease the burden by bringing in another proven goal-scorer.
Calvert-Lewin, with his Premier League experience and aerial presence, fits the bill perfectly.
Manager Eddie Howe knows the physical demands of playing in multiple competitions.
Adding depth up front isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Competition and Concerns from Other Clubs
Calvert-Lewin isn’t short on suitors.
Manchester United have reportedly shown interest, while newly-promoted Leeds United were also in the mix.
However, Leeds are believed to have cooled off due to concerns over his wage expectations.
Newcastle, backed by significant financial resources and a growing ambition, may be better positioned to meet his demands—if they choose to push ahead.
A Look Back at His Everton Legacy
Since joining Everton in 2016, Calvert-Lewin found the net 71 times in 274 appearances.
His blend of athleticism, hold-up play, and aerial dominance made him a key figure at the club.
But injuries hampered his final seasons, and he missed 15 games last term due to fitness setbacks.
Despite the tough goodbye, Calvert-Lewin made it clear how much the club meant to him.
In a heartfelt message on Instagram, he shared, “This isn’t something I chose lightly. Everton has been my home since I was 19. It saw potential in me, helped me grow, and shaped me both as a footballer and as a man.”
What’s Next for Calvert-Lewin?
The Sheffield-born striker, who has 11 England caps to his name, is now at a pivotal moment in his career.
A fresh challenge awaits—and whether it’s Newcastle or another club that lands him, Calvert-Lewin will be hoping to rediscover the form that once made him one of the league’s most promising forwards.
Now that he’s available on a free transfer, the decision may come down to where he sees the best opportunity for regular football—and perhaps, a return to the England squad.