Callum Wilson Next Club Odds: Chelsea Or Man Utd Could Swoop For Star Striker

Less than 12 hours left remain in the winter transfer window, and betting sites continue to offer odds on numerous potential departures. 

One of note is Newcastle United striker Callum Wilson, whose possible departure is driven by the Magpies' consideration of Financial Fair Play Regulations.

Throughout the season, Wilson has often played second fiddle to Alexander Isak. 

In order to secure a spot in Gareth Southgate's EURO 2024 squad, Wilson may need to secure consistent first-team football, making a potential transfer all the more crucial in the final hours of the transfer window.

Despite numerous speculations surrounding several Newcastle players this window, including Kieran Trippier, Miguel Almiron, and Isak, no deals have materialised thus far. 

It appears that all three players are set to remain in black and white until at least the end of the season.

Could Wilson buck this trend and make a move away from the north-east in the next few hours? Let's examine the odds provided by UK bookmakers to gauge any potential destinations for Wilson.

Chelsea Or Man Utd May Pounce At The Death

Leading the pursuit for the 31-year-old striker are two Premier League powerhouses, Chelsea and Manchester United. 

Both clubs are currently listed at 8/1 on football betting sites. Wilson's potential addition to either team would add a new dimension to their attacking options.

At Chelsea, where Nicolas Jackson is absent due to the African Cup of Nations, the Blues have relied on Cole Palmer as their primary attacking option. 

Palmer, acknowledging his preference outside the striker role, makes Wilson an enticing prospect to enhance the Blues' attacking prowess.

Currently tied with eight goals each in all competitions this season, Wilson and Jackson could find themselves in direct competition for the number nine role at Stamford Bridge.

However, Wilson boasts a more impressive goal-scoring rate, averaging a goal every 134 minutes compared to Jackson's 216 minutes, and this advantage may bolster Wilson's chances of displacing Jackson as the starting striker for the Blues.

Manchester United splashed out big money for Rasmus Hojlund last summer, but he was always viewed as a prospect for the future.

However, the 20-year-old has encountered difficulties in finding the net in the league, managing just two goals in 16 appearances thus far.

This goal-scoring struggle may prompt manager Erik ten Hag to consider recruiting a more seasoned frontman with a proven track record in England's top flight. 

Wilson, who has 86 goals in 215 Premier League appearances, provides that option and he could thrive as the main striker for the Red Devils.

Arsenal Continue To Monitor Wilson Situation

The only things that is seemingly lacking from Mikel Arteta’s squad at present is a proven goalscorer.

The Spaniard has chopped and changed between Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketiah and Kai Havertz to play the striker role this season, but none of the trio have cemented the position.

Wilson, who is renowned as an out and out goal-scorer, presents a viable solution. 

The Gunners are priced at 14/1 with betting apps to sign Wilson, and as they currently sit just five points off top of the table, he would no doubt go a long way towards a title charge in the latter half of the season.

The England international would likely secure substantial playing time in both the league and Champions League under Arteta. 

Supported by the creative talents of Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka, Wilson could be the difference-maker for Arsenal's ambitions.

Hammers Remain On The Periphery

West Ham have already secured the services of one England international during this transfer window, with the loan signing of Kalvin Phillips from Manchester City. 

Under the guidance of David Moyes, the Hammers are performing exceptionally well, currently occupying sixth place in the league and advancing to the last 32 of the Europa League.

James Ward-Prowse has filed the void left by captain Declan Rice in the summer. However, at the other end of the field, they has been heavily reliant on Jarrod Bowen for goals this season.

Bowen, primarily playing through the middle as a striker this term, could benefit from the arrival of Wilson, alleviating the goal-scoring pressure on the 27-year-old and allowing him to excel in his preferred winger role.

West Ham are currently priced at 16/1 by BetVictor to sign Wilson before the deadline, and the striker possesses the quality necessary to help secure the Hammers a place in Europe for next season.