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Reports: West Ham Give Callum Wilson One-Year Extension Through 2027

The reversal follows a late-season scoring surge during a fraught relegation fight.

Overview

  • The Telegraph reports the 34-year-old has agreed new terms, with Yahoo Sports stating the contract runs until 2027.
  • Wilson has scored five times from 10 Premier League starts, including a winner against Tottenham that altered internal views of his value.
  • West Ham are 18th on goal difference, and Nuno Espírito Santo is leaning on Wilson’s experience as an attacking option.
  • The extension reverses January expectations after the arrivals of Taty Castellanos and Pablo, outside interest from Celtic, Ipswich and Everton, and discussions about a possible termination.
  • Fan reaction captured by Football Insider suggests the deal is viewed by some as preparation that would also fit a potential Championship campaign.