Newcastle United Secure Malick Thiaw in €40m Deal from AC Milan

Newcastle United have agreed to sign Malick Thiaw from AC Milan for a total of €40 million. He is set to be the club’s latest signing before the new Premier League season starts.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After weeks of talks, Newcastle and AC Milan have completed the transfer of Malick Thiaw for a package with add-ons, and the total cost is around €40 million. The 6’4″ German international, who has impressed in Serie A and for the national team, only wanted to join Newcastle. He becomes the team’s third major summer signing, with only formalities and a medical remaining before it is completed. Thiaw will compete for a starting spot in central defense, especially on the right side, bringing depth and international experience to Eddie Howe’s squad. Reports indicate that Newcastle United has made a new effort to sign AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw.

WHY THIS TRANSFER MATTERS FOR NEWCASTLE AND AC MILAN

Newcastle finished fifth in the Premier League last season and reached Champions League qualification. Defensive injuries and inconsistency were key issues for manager Eddie Howe. Thiaw’s arrival aims to bolster the backline, providing strong competition for Fabian Schar and Sven Botman. Last season with AC Milan, Thiaw played 32 league matches, as the club finished in 8th place, failing to qualify foe European football. AC Milan needed to balance their books after missing out on European football, and the sale has only happened because it is well above the defender’s market value of 25 million €. Milan’s manager, Massimiliano Allegri, is trying to keep Malick Thiaw despite Newcastle’s improved offer, as he was a regular in their defense last season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR NEWCASTLE AND THIAW?

Thiaw will undergo a medical in the coming days and is expected to join Newcastle’s pre-season training right away. The Magpies begin their Premier League campaign next weekend against Aston Villa, who finished just below them in sixth place last season. With the standings tight around European spots, Newcastle hope Thiaw’s signing will provide the stability they need to climb the table. According to reports, Thiaw’s integration into the squad is seen as crucial for balancing their defense.