Dominic Calvert-Lewin in Talks with Champions League Clubs After Leaving Everton for Free, New Suitor Emerges

Striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin is currently engaging in discussions with clubs competing in the Champions League following his recent departure from Everton as a free agent. Newcastle United has shown strong interest, reportedly holding talks with the England international, who has spent nine years at Goodison Park.

The Magpies are seeking to bolster their attacking options after Callum Wilson declined a transfer to stay at the club. Calvert-Lewin, 28, parted ways with Everton last month upon the expiry of his contract. Newcastle, eager to add depth up front ahead of next season’s Champions League campaign, aims to ease the scoring responsibility on star striker Alexander Isak.

Newcastle’s interest isn’t recent; they previously approached Calvert-Lewin last summer but withdrew due to financial considerations. Besides Newcastle, Manchester United and Leeds United are also reportedly interested in signing the striker. However, Leeds appear to have stepped back, citing wage demands as a barrier.

Calvert-Lewin left Everton last month after nine years at Goodison Park.

The England striker scored 71 goals across 274 matches for Everton.

Eddie Howe is looking to add a backup striker to support Alexander Isak for the upcoming season.

Calvert-Lewin’s departure was a difficult decision after a fruitful stint at Everton, where he also faced injury challenges last season, missing 15 games. The Sheffield-born striker, capped 11 times for England, now explores new opportunities on Europe’s biggest stage.