Newcastle United Eye This AC Milan Duo: Can The Centre-Back Fix Jaissle’s High Line?
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15-second readNewcastle United is considering signing AC Milan centre-back Fikayo Tomori, according to a report by Graeme Bailey for TEAMtalk. The club's current defensive options, Fabian Schär and Dan Burn, are ageing, and summer signing Malick Thiaw is another option but longer-term plans are being considered. Newcastle's high defensive line has been exposed by quick opponents.
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Newcastle United is considering signing AC Milan centre-back Fikayo Tomori, according to a report by Graeme Bailey for TEAMtalk. The club's current defensive options, Fabian Schär and Dan Burn, are ageing, and summer signing Malick Thiaw is another option but longer-term plans are being considered. Newcastle's high defensive line has been exposed by quick opponents. The Magpies won 2-0 against Crystal Palace, but defensive security remains a concern.
Tomori, 28, has attracted attention from several clubs including Chelsea, Manchester United, and Newcastle. Milan is reportedly open to offers as his contract approaches expiry in June 2027. Tomori's recovery speed could help Newcastle maintain an aggressive defensive line. He has struggled for regular league minutes this season, making a January move a possibility.
Newcastle must assess Tomori's current fitness and performance level, wage expectations, and Milan's asking price before committing funds. A previous relationship between Newcastle and Milan over Sandro Tonali and Thiaw could simplify negotiations. Tomori's age and experience make him a more sustainable option than a short-term fix. Jaissle needs a defender who can recover quickly and defend aggressively.
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- The 4th Official ↗
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- Clubs covered
- Newcastle United, Crystal Palace, AC Milan
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Newcastle United’s 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday offered Matthias Jaissle some relief, with William Osula and Harvey Barnes scoring after half-time. However, the Magpies still need better defensive security, particularly when opponents attack quickly against their high line. Fabian Schär and Dan Burn provide experience at centre-back, while summer signing Malick Thiaw offers another option. Yet Newcastle must consider their longer-term defensive plans, given Schär and Burn’s age and the physical demands of Jaissle’s pressing system. Their current options make defensive recruitment worth exploring before the January transfer window. That situation could encourage the club to explore an opportunity in Italy.
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