Quote Originally Posted by HughieG View Post
Thiaw is a massive signing.

He, like most of the Milan side last year, struggled, but during pre-season he's been phenomenal. Allegri, who recently returned to manage the club, apparently rates him big time and is sad to see him go.

Interestingly, Como (managed by Fabregas) made a bid for him right by the start of the transfer window which was slighty lower than our reported bid - it was accepted by Milan. But apparently he didn't want to go or they couldn't agree on the terms etc., after which Allegri put him straight back into the starting eleven of the pre-season matches and he hasn't looked back.

Key points; he wants to come to Newcastle, is a German international and there's loads of potential to step up his game. Eddie will have a riot with him. Milan fans sad to see him go. A bit like Tonali, but less established. Great signing.

Generally, we should look at the Serie A for signings to avoid inflated prices. Thuram from Inter is one of the most underrated players of the game and would cost close to half of what a flop like Jackson would cost.
Good info, Hughie, cheers

Sounds promising.