Newcastle have signed Germany worldwide defender Malick Thiaw from AC Milan for a reported payment of round £30m.
The 24-year-old joins after a three-year keep on the San Siro and is the Magpies’ third signing of a turbulent summer season.
Thiaw mentioned: “I’m actually excited to hitch this huge membership.
“I can’t wait to begin coaching and to get to know my new team-mates and all of the employees.
“The gaffer (Eddie Howe) confirmed me his imaginative and prescient and what he needs to do with me as a participant and the membership itself, which is admittedly thrilling.
“I feel Newcastle speaks for itself. It’s an incredible membership, a giant membership with passionate followers who I can’t wait to see at St James’ Park.”
Thiaw joins Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga and Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale in signing this summer season.
Head coach Howe mentioned: “We’re actually happy to have Malick on board.
“He’s a participant I’ve admired for a very long time and any individual who will add actual high quality to our defensive choices.
“Malick remains to be younger however brings priceless expertise of Champions League soccer, in addition to taking part in within the Bundesliga and Serie A, which is a serious constructive for us as we return to Europe this season.”
