Who / What
Callum Eddie Graham Wilson is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for Premier League club West Ham United.
Background & History
Born in Coventry on 27 February 1992, Callum Wilson began his career with his hometown club but had loan spells at Conference Premier clubs Kettering Town FC and Tamworth before signing permanently for Bournemouth. He has played five seasons of English football, including one season each in the Championship and two full seasons plus parts of three others in the Premier League.
Why Notable
Callum Wilson is notable for his consistent performances as a striker for AFC Bournemouth, playing over 230 games across all competitions before being transferred to West Ham United. He was part of the Bournemouth team that won promotion from the Championship in the 2014/15 season and later secured their Premier League status during the 2017/18 campaign.
In the News
Wilson became a significant figure after joining West Ham United in August 2023 for an English record transfer fee. His move to the capital club is generating considerable interest due to his proven goal-scoring ability and potential impact on the Premier League title race.
