Amid the transfer talks in the football community, Newcastle United have been successful in signing the center-back Malick Thiaw from AC Milan. With the new signing, Newcastle United have reportedly strengthened their defense since the German footballer is set to play as a center-back in the coming games.
It was Malick Thiaw’s move to the new club following his three years at AC Milan, playing 85 matches across all competitions, including a Champions League match against Newcastle.
Similarly, the uncertainty with Newcastle United’s striker, Alexander Isak, is still on since he has the No.14 shirt for the new season as well.
[TRENDING] Malick Thiaw Transfer to Newcastle United
Exciting news for Newcastle fans around the world. Ahead of the 2025/26 season, Newcastle United has successfully signed the German defender Malick Thiaw from AC Milan for £30m + £4.3m. As per the reports, the 24-year-old started his career at Schalke and later joined AC Milan in 2022 for €5 million.
In the three years with the club, he made 85 appearances, including his contribution to winning the Supercoppa Italiana last season.
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Similarly, the signing will allow him to have a long career with the club and is rumored to wear number 12, and is expected to contribute to the team with the skill and gameplay he possesses. Following his arrival in the team, Thiaw candidly said, “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.
I think Newcastle United speaks for itself. It’s a great club, a big club with passionate fans who I can’t wait to see at St James’ Park.”
The statement shows how excited he, along with the Newcastle United boss, is for the new season. Along with him, Eddie Howe also expressed his excitement and his honest reaction to the arrival of Malick Thiaw. He said, “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.”
🚨⚪️⚫️ Malick Thiaw to Newcastle, here we go! New centre back for Eddie Howe.
Agreement in place for €40m package, add-ons included. AC Milan verbally accepted the proposal.
Deal at the final stages as reported earlier and now done. Thiaw only wanted #NUFC. Medical soon. pic.twitter.com/baJRDdlWov
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 9, 2025
[WHAT’S HAPPENING] Fan and Analyst Reactions
After the news broke out regarding the successful signing of the 24-year-old defender, Malick Thiaw, to Newcastle United, the fans and supporters took their honest reaction to different social media platforms. They were utterly happy for the club as the new signing will certainly make the team stronger than ever, helping them to get closer to winning upcoming tournaments.
Similarly, he is also the Magpies’ third signing of the summer transfer, after winger Anthony Elanga’s arrival from Nottingham Forest and goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale on loan from Southampton.
One of the fans wrote, “Thiaw’s aerial dominance in Milan’s high line (64% success rate in Serie A) will suit Newcastle’s aggressive press brilliantly. £34.3m might look steep now, but watch that value double when he’s pocketing Haaland at the Etihad. Clever business from Howe.”
Thiaw’s aerial dominance in Milan’s high line (64% success rate in Serie A) will suit Newcastle’s aggressive press brilliantly. £34.3m might look steep now, but watch that value double when he’s pocketing Haaland at the Etihad. Clever business from Howe.
— Danny Odds (@OddsDanny) August 12, 2025
Similarly, another user pointed out the good work of Newcastle, especially the quality the new signing will bring to the club. He wrote, “This is a quality get for Newcastle.”
The other similar statements from the wider audience are as follows:
On the other hand, the future of Alexander Isak is still not certain as the striker has wished not to play for Newcastle again. He had clearly mentioned that his time at St James Park is finished and will not return to the squad if no action is taken.
However, Newcastle United recently included Isak in their squad list, further intensifying the talks between the striker and the club.
Amit Mishra’s Take on Newcastle United’s New Signing
As a football enthusiast, it is exciting to see the new signing Newcastle United has recently made. With the arrival of Malick Thiaw in their official squad, it is certain that he is set to bring his elite-level gameplay on the pitch, further helping the club win the upcoming league games.
On the other hand, the negligence the club has been showing regarding Alexander Isak does not seem to be the right thing for him and the fans as a whole. I hope the matter gets solved as soon as possible and Isak gets what he has been asking for.
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