For years, the St James’s Park crowd had been crying out for a genuine ‘number nine’.
Players like Joelinton, Salomon Rondon, Dwight Gayle and Papiss Cisse tried, but for a variety of reasons, none of them had a long lasting impact as Newcastle’s main striker.
Wilson is the new man tasked with those great expectations and so far, it appears he can carry those on his shoulders.
Few things excite a full St James’s Park like a proven goalscorer and Wilson reciprocates this feeling.
Speaking after the friendly against Doncaster Rovers before he had even played in front of 52,000 home fans, Wilson revealed his delight at scoring with supporters present.
"It was nice in front of the fans,” Wilson told BBC Radio Newcastle.
“I’m grateful for those guys to travel down in the evening, and celebrate with us.
“It was really nice, you know. It’s why you come to clubs like this and play football. It’s such a massive club. It’s a pleasure to play in front of them, all singing their hearts out. They’ve got chants about your name, its’s a nice feeling It makes you feel 10ft tall.”
Despite signing just one year ago, Wilson has become Newcastle’s main man and they will likely be reliant on his goals once again this season.
Therefore, we’ve taken a look at nine reasons why the 29-year-old has become invaluable to Steve Bruce’s side:
5. Wilson wins points
Newcastle are likely to be battling-relegation once again this season and in those battles, every point counts. This is where Wilson could be invaluable to Steve Bruce’s side. His goals will turn defeats into draws and draws into victories, an absolutely priceless commodity when you’re at the wrong end of the table. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood
6. Allan Saint-Maximin partnership
There are few partnerships that strike more fear into defenders than Callum Wilson and Allan Saint-Maximin. If the pair can stay fit, they have shown they can be a deadly duo. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster
7. THAT celebration
If Newcastle supporters love anything, it’s an iconic celebration from the main-man. Wilson is no different with his trademark salute and the odd kiss of the camera if in range - wonderful. (Photo by Peter Powell - Pool/Getty Images) Photo: Pool
8. Focal Point
Quite simply, Wilson gives Newcastle a focal-point in their team, a point they can build their entire team around. If Newcastle can fashion opportunities regularly for him, Wilson will more than likely put the ball in the back of the net. (Photo by Peter Powell - Pool/Getty Images) Photo: Pool