Newcastle United has confirmed the signing of defender Malick Thiaw from AC Milan. On Thursday, it went through. It was up to £30 million with a further £4.3 million in performance-related add-ons. Thiaw has penned a four-and-a-half year contract with the Magpies. He’ll do so while donning the number 12 jersey proudly as he starts this thrilling new chapter in his career.
Thiaw’s move to Newcastle follows a notable stint at AC Milan, where he contributed to the team’s success, including helping secure their eighth Italian Super Cup by defeating Inter Milan. The red-hot young German international has gotten everyone’s attention with his blistering performances. He was included in the Germany U21 side that triumphed at the European Championship in 2021.
Thiaw’s Journey to Newcastle
He put his dominant defensive abilities on full display against the Premier League club throughout the match. This experience clearly made an impact on both sides, setting the stage for his eventual transfer.
Newcastle’s head coach, Eddie Howe, is reportedly delighted with the signing. Publicly, he has been very fond of Thiaw during his short time at the helm of AC Milan. Howe believes that Thiaw’s abilities will significantly bolster the team’s defensive line.
“We’re really pleased to have Malick on board. He’s a player I’ve admired for a long time and somebody who will add real quality to our defensive options.” – Eddie Howe
Thiaw Expresses Excitement About Joining Newcastle
The moment Malick Thiaw walked through the door, he let everyone know that he was thrilled to be joining Newcastle United. His press appointments turned the club into a “great club” according to his declarations. Like Balcezak, he was enthusiastic at the prospect of beginning camp and getting to know his new teammates and staff.
“I’m really excited to join this massive club. I can’t wait to start training and to get to know my new teammates and all the staff.” – Malick Thiaw
His arrival—not coincidentally—is a strategic coup for Newcastle. It gives a glimpse at their aspirations—not just for the 2023 season, but beyond. With passionate fans and a strong team culture, Thiaw is expected to adapt quickly and contribute to the club’s aspirations.
Future Prospects for Newcastle
As Newcastle look to build on their long-term growth after success in both domestic and European competitions, Thiaw’s addition could prove to be pivotal. His variety in high stakes games is incredible. Coupled with his strong youth credentials, he has the potential to make them an integral part of his team.
The club is looking forward to continuing on from those recent successes. It is equally intent on improving its squad depth to be able to fight on all fronts. With Thiaw now in the fold, supporters have plenty of reasons to be excited about the future prospects of Newcastle United.
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