AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw will fly into the United Kingdom on Sunday for his Newcastle United medical set to hold on Monday, according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Patrick Berger.
The 24-year-old is joining Newcastle for an initial €38 million as the St James’ Park club look to bolster their options at the back, and another €4m will come in add-ons.
Thiaw will train with his soon-to-be new teammates on Monday and could be making his Premier League debut when the Magpies play Aston Villa away from home next Saturday.
🚨⚫️⚪️ DONE DEAL: Malick Thiaw (24) joins Newcastle from AC Milan for €38M + €4M add-ons.
He flies to the UK tomorrow, medical on Monday, first training Tuesday.
Big move – one for Julian Nagelsmann to watch. 🇩🇪 #NUFC @Plettigoal @SkySportDE
— Patrick Berger (@berger_pj) August 9, 2025
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has been keen to sign a centre-back all summer and the Toons attempted several moves for Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi during the January transfer window.
They were also linked with Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini earlier in the summer transfer window but has now opted for the Milan star.
Newcastle are preparing for life without 33-year-old duo Dan Burn and Fabian Schar, and Thiaw fits the bill as a long-term successor to them.
The Germany international has made 85 appearances for Milan since joining the Serie A club from Schalke 04 in August 2022.
He helped the Italians win the Supercoppa Italiana last term and will now be looking forward to impressing in the Premier League with the Toons.
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