‘I CAN’T BELIEVE THIS!’ PUNITS STUNNED AS NEWCASTLE UNITED AGREE DEADLINE DAY DEAL WITH WEST HAM TO RE SIGN CALLUM WILSON BACK TO ST JAMES PARK
‘I CAN’T BELIEVE THIS!’ PUNITS STUNNED AS NEWCASTLE UNITED AGREE DEADLINE DAY DEAL WITH WEST HAM TO RE SIGN CALLUM WILSON BACK TO ST JAMES PARK
Newcastle United have pulled off one of the most emotional and jaw dropping deadline day deals in recent Premier League history after agreeing a shock move with West Ham United to bring Callum Wilson back to St James Park.
Just months after leaving Tyneside, the 33 year old striker is heading home in a move that has left pundits stunned, fans emotional, and social media in meltdown. Many believed Wilson’s chapter at Newcastle had closed for good when he joined West Ham in 2025, but football once again proved that nothing is ever truly finished.
As confirmation of the deal emerged late on deadline day, reactions came thick and fast from former players, broadcasters, and supporters who could hardly believe what they were seeing.
“I honestly cannot believe this,” one Sky Sports pundit said live on air. “You don’t usually see players return this quickly, especially after moving to a rival club. This is pure Newcastle United drama.”
Wilson originally joined Newcastle in 2020 and quickly became a cult hero. Across five seasons he scored 47 goals in 113 appearances, playing a vital role in the club’s rise from relegation battlers to European contenders. His movement, finishing, and leadership made him a fan favourite even during periods disrupted by injury.
After moving to West Ham in 2025, Wilson still showed his quality, scoring five goals in 20 appearances. But sources close to the deal suggest the striker struggled to feel settled in London and remained deeply attached to Newcastle, the city, and the supporters.
One former Newcastle player turned pundit described the move as “emotional football at its finest.”
“Callum Wilson understands this club,” he said. “He knows what it means to wear that shirt. Newcastle need experience right now and they’re getting someone who already knows the pressure and the expectations.”
The deal also raised eyebrows because of Newcastle’s willingness to act decisively so late in the window. With injuries piling up and goals becoming harder to come by, Eddie Howe is believed to have pushed hard for a familiar solution rather than gambling on an unproven option.
Another pundit added, “This is not a panic signing. This is a calculated move. Wilson might be older, but he knows Howe’s system inside out. That matters more than people realise.”
Fans online reacted with a mix of shock, joy, and disbelief as the news spread.
One supporter wrote, “I said goodbye to Wilson with tears in my eyes and now he’s back. Football is insane.”
Another posted, “Deadline day has peaked. Callum Wilson back at St James Park feels like destiny.”
Some West Ham fans were less impressed, questioning why the club sanctioned the deal mid season.
A frustrated supporter commented, “We finally had a striker who could finish and we let him go back to Newcastle. I don’t understand this club sometimes.”
However others acknowledged the player’s desire, with one fan saying, “If his heart was still in Newcastle then there’s no point keeping him.”
From Newcastle’s perspective, the return of Wilson is seen as both a short term boost and a symbolic moment. His leadership in the dressing room, connection with the fans, and ability to deliver in big moments could prove crucial as the club fights on multiple fronts.
One respected analyst summed it up perfectly. “This is a football romance. Sometimes the numbers don’t tell the full story. Callum Wilson belongs at Newcastle United and today the club listened to the heart as much as the head.”
As the deadline slammed shut, Newcastle supporters were left buzzing with anticipation, dreaming of one more iconic Wilson moment under the lights at St James Park.
Whether he adds to his 47 goal tally or simply provides experience and depth, one thing is certain. Callum Wilson’s return has already delivered drama, emotion, and belief.
And judging by the reactions across the football world, this is one deadline day move that will be talked about for a long time.
