Newcastle United Prepare Formal Move for AC Milan’s Malick Thiaw

Newcastle United are getting ready to make an official offer to AC Milan for German defender Malick Thiaw. They want to improve their team for an important season.

NEWCASTLE EYES MALICK THIAW

Newcastle are now interested in Malick Thiaw, a 23-year-old defender from AC Milan. They missed out on their first choice, Giorgio Scalvini from Atalanta. So, Thiaw is now their top pick for defense. Earlier, Thiaw turned down a €25 million transfer to Como. Last season, he played 31 times for Milan and is valued by the new manager, Massimiliano Allegri. Newcastle are thinking about offering €25-30 million, but Milan likely wants more. The manager wants Thiaw to stay and help the club this season.

WHY NEWCASTLE NEEDS REINFORCEMENTS

Newcastle are starting a big season that includes playing in the Champions League. They finished 5th in the Premier League last season, just reaching Champions League qualification. The team wants to strengthen their defense to compete well. They haven’t made an official bid yet but have talked to AC Milan. Thiaw is interested because he wants to play for a Champions League club, like Newcastle. Meanwhile, Milan had a tough finish in Serie A last season, finishing eighth and missing out on European competition. Allegri needs important players like Thiaw to stay healthy and motivated.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

Newcastle will soon talk formally with Milan about the transfer fee for Thiaw. They want to see if Milan will accept their offer. Milan’s new season is starting soon, and they want to finish in the top four after ending in 8th place last year. Newcastle will begin their Premier League season against Aston Villa, who were 6th last time around. Milan will play Cremonese in their first Serie A game. Both teams are closely watching these transfer talks because Thiaw’s choice may affect their defenses this entire season.