Dominic Calvert-Lewin is understood to have recently changed agents as fresh Newcastle United links emerge.

Everton are becoming increasingly resigned to losing the striker at the end of the season. Calvert-Lewin’s contract is set to expire after nine years of service at Goodison Park.

He was considered England’s backup option to Harry Kane as recently as 2021 when the Toffees were going well under Carlo Ancelotti. An impressive 36 goals in all competitions between 2019 and 2021 had Calvert-Lewin’s stock at an all-time high but a run of injuries since have taken their toll.

The 28-year-old last kicked a ball in January and has played zero part in David Moyes’ turnaround on Merseyside. Just 17 Premier League goals in four seasons has seen Calvert-Lewin - who boasts 57 top-flight strikes overall - fall down the international pecking order.

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However, Newcastle have been long-term admirers dating back to the early post-takeover era. Even last summer, The Telegraph reported the Magpies bidding £25million - with Everton holding out for £40million.

PSR restrictions limited Newcastle’s spending but they could sign Calvert-Lewin for nothing this summer. Alexander Isak - regarded as one of Europe’s best strikers - is the undisputed first-choice on Tyneside.

But added European demands next season means the Magpies are aiming to bolster their ranks. As it stands, United are one Isak injury away from being bereft of options up front.

Callum Wilson has endured a notable decline this season as his injury concerns continue to mount. Will Osula, while exciting and raw, is viewed as one for the future and not the finished article.

Calvert-Lewin has suffered injury woes of his own but would add experience at Premier League level. Various sources indicate the Three Lions international has left agency Wasserman ahead of an expected transfer saga.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin dropped surprise Everton hint

Despite CaughtOffside claiming Newcastle maintain interest in Calvert-Lewin, the player has dropped a surprise hint on his Toffees future. He told the BBC: "My main focus is making sure I am in the best condition, it is like going through a mini pre-season to get fit for these last four games.

“With the new manager coming in the club is moving in the right direction, there's a new stadium and there's a lot to be positive about. Who wouldn't want to be part of that? There was a lot of uncertainty for a long time a little bit higher up and arguably the last three seasons have been the most difficult in Everton's Premier League history and I have been there leading the line through that.

"For me, it's built a lot of experience, and I have a lot of fond memories. Everton will always be a place that is special to me, so we will see what happens."

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