GdS: Newcastle could obtain small discount for Thiaw as Milan make key decisions | OneFootball

Newcastle United have taken an active interest in AC Milan’s central defenders this summer, and it seems they could be able to get a discount on their target due to some key decisions being made by the Rossoneri.

When Newcastle first approached Milan, it was regarding the possibility of a move for Fikayo Tomori, but their attempts were quickly rejected. Instead of returning to the table to discuss the same matter, they shifted their focus to Malick Thiaw, and their interest is rising.

Yesterday, it was reported that no official offer had arrived from the Magpies, but that does not discredit their interest, and it could be a good thing for the interested party, as a report has claimed they could get a discount on the German defender.

As reported by Gazzetta dello Sport earlier today (see image below), with Emerson Royal being considered once again, it would see Pierre Kalulu return to the central defensive ranks, rather than being thought of as a right-back.

This could then lower the price for Thiaw to leave, with the Diavolo needing a right-back, rather than another central defender, which would have been the case if Kalulu was shifted out wide – it was reported that a move for Emerson will cost €5 million more than Milan’s first offer, so a discount may be offered to guarantee a sale.