Malick Thiaw Rejects Como Move as AC Milan Transfer Deal Collapses

Malick Thiaw will not join Como after the German defender turned down their offer, ending a €25 million transfer deal with AC Milan.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AC Milan accepted a €25 million offer from Serie A side Como for Malick Thiaw, hoping for a quick deal. Como offered Thiaw a contract worth over €4 million yearly, making him key to their top division return. But Thiaw rejected the move, ending Como’s pursuit despite their financial offer and efforts to showcase club ambitions and facilities.

WHY THIAW SAID NO

Thiaw’s decision seems related to his career ambitions. Reports suggest he wanted a move to a club in European tournaments or a return to Germany to boost national team chances, instead of joining a team fighting relegation in Serie A. Thiaw, who joined AC Milan from Schalke 04 in 2022, made 63 appearances for the Rossoneri and is contracted until 2027. At 23, he is still seen as a promising talent with growth potential.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AC MILAN AND COMO?

AC Milan must rethink their defensive plans and may find other ways for summer reinforcements. Como, who finished 10th in Serie A last season, must quickly shift focus to other targets to build a squad to stay in Serie A. Both teams are preparing for the new season, with Milan aiming to close the gap on Serie A leaders and Como trying to qualify for the European spots. Milan’s next preseason match and Como’s opening game will show how both clubs adjust after this failed transfer.

According to a previous report, Como FC finished 10th in Serie A last season.

A previous report confirmed that AC Milan must rethink their defensive plans after finishing eighth in Serie A for the 2024/25 season.