Less than twelve months after arriving at West Ham, Callum Wilson looks set to be on the move again.
After joining the club on a free transfer from Newcastle last summer, Wilson was brought in by then-Hammers boss Graham Potter to provide additional depth going forward.
Premier League starts would ultimately prove difficult to come by for the 34-year-old however, and Potter was sacked in September following a dismal start to the campaign.
Nuno Espirito Santo was brought in to right the ship at the London Stadium and the Hammers failed to find the consistency necessary to avoid the drop, succumbing to relegation on the final day of the season despite Wilson netting after coming off the bench against Leeds.
While a player of Wilson's pedigree and experience would no doubt prove invaluable for a couple looking to bounce straight back from the second tier, he appeared to confirm he would be leaving West Ham in an emotional post on social media this week.
"I’m sad and extremely disappointed that it has ended this way," he wrote
"This club deserves so much better because there are so many unbelievable people behind the scenes that you fans don’t always get to see.
"For now, all I can say is thank you. Thank you to everyone who supported us. Your passion is amazing, and I truly hope you return to the Premier League, where you belong, as soon as possible."
With Wilson set to be a free agent once more, we've taken a look at five potential destinations for the former England international this summer.
Leeds United
Prior to arriving at the London Stadium last summer Wilson had consistently been linked with a move to Leeds United.
Leeds boss Daniel Farke had reportedly earmarked Wilson as the perfect candidate to provide some much-needed firepower following the club's return to the Premier League.
While the club would lose the race to sign Wilson, they would eventually get their experienced striker in the form of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, which proved to be an inspired move.
While Calvert-Lewin has unquestionably nailed down his place as the club's first-choice No 9 after netting 15 goals in all competitions, Wilson has proven that he is capable of making an impact off the bench and Farke could reignite his interest this summer as Leeds look to consolidate their position.
Coventry City
Nearly 17 years have passed since Wilson made his Coventry City debut as a substitute in an EFL Cup defeat at home to Hartlepool United.
Born in the city, Wilson had progressed through the club's academy and went on to enjoy a breakout campaign for the Sky Blues in 2013-14 to earn a move to Bournemouth.
The ensuing period has encompassed some of the most tumultuous years in Coventry's history, but their fortunes have turned in recent of late and Frank Lampard led the club to victory in the Championship last season to secure a long-awaited return to the promised land.
A lack of goals is as good as a death sentence for most newly-promoted sides so Lampard will cognisant of the need to bring in players with proven Premier League quality.
Wilson represents just that, and a reunion between player and club makes sense based on more than just sentimentality.
Hearts
When it rains, it pours.
After missing out an a historic league title following an agonising final day defeat by Celtic, Hearts now find themselves in the hunt for a new leading man after top scorer Lawrence Shankland departed the club to join Rangers.
What Derek McInnes achieved at Tynecastle Park over the course of the campaign was remarkable, but if Hearts are to continue to challenge the long-standing duopoly of Scottish football they will need to find a striker capable of replicating Shankland's form in front of goal.
Wilson's wages may scupper any potential move, but if the funds are there McInnes would be wise to bring a striker of his calibre north of the border ahead of the coming campaign.
Wolves
Despite winning just three games all season and finish rock bottom of the table, Wolverhampton Wanderers are second favourites to secure an immediate return to the Premier League in 2026-27.
While the club's defensive frailties were repeatedly exploited in the top flight, Wolves' inability to convert their chances was what ultimately condemned them to relegation.
The state of their form in front of goal last season is perfectly illustrated by the fact that Jorgen Strand-Larsen - who left in February to join Crystal Palace - was the club's joint-top scorer in all competitions, with just six goals to his name.
A statement of intent is required as Wolves prepare for their first Championship season in nearly a decade, and Wilson could be just the player they need to put them back on the right track.
Wrexham
While a place in the play-offs ultimately eluded them last season, Wrexham proved that the momentum that has seen them climb from the National League to the second tier is showing no signs of slowing down.
Since taking over the club more than five years ago Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have made clear that their goal is the Premier League, and they have repeatedly demonstrated their willingness to finance moves that match that ambition.
Wilson would certainly fit that profile, though it remains to be seen whether he would consider a move to the Racecourse Ground in the summer.
