MN: Newcastle ‘pressing’ for Thiaw – how Milan could become active defensively again

It seems that Newcastle United are not dropping their pursuit of Malick Thiaw, and AC Milan could open to opportunities.

Last summer, Newcastle took an interest in Thiaw after trying to get a move for Fikayo Tomori done. However, it was unsuccessful. They have remained keen, though, and this summer they are again trying to pursue a move.

This time around, it looks like it could be more positive for the Geordies, though, despite Massimiliano Allegri’s wishes.

Move opening?

Newcastle are said to be ‘pressing’ for Thiaw, according to MilanNews, and the German defender seems ‘inclined’ to accept the advances with a €4m deal sitting on the table. Though, the situation will not change unless he forced a move.

In that case, the Rossoneri would have to return to the mercato for another defender, the report states. Already, there are a few ideas, none of which are new. Firstly, a road to Giovanni Leoni would re-open, who Allegri is a big fan of.

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Alternatively, Fiorentina’s Pietro Comuzzo could be seen as a valid option for the Diavolo’s defence, and he could be a lower cost alternative. It all relies on Thiaw, but there is no urge to make a deal happen at present from any party.