Overview

• Newcastle triggered a release clause in Wilson’s Nottingham Forest contract to complete the hire, with the financial terms kept confidential between the clubs.
• Wilson will oversee sporting strategy, recruitment and development across the men’s, women’s and academy teams as part of a club-wide remit.
• He will work closely with head coach Eddie Howe and CEO David Hopkinson to align football structures following recent leadership changes.
• The move replaces Paul Mitchell and is expected to unlock stalled contract decisions, with reports indicating talks for Sandro Tonali, Tino Livramento and Sven Botman could progress.
• The 41-year-old joins from Forest after senior roles at Rangers and Southampton, bringing experience in building processes and long-term football operations.