Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 9 Sept 2026
Liverpool and Man United eye Newcastle's Thiaw
As Van Dijk's future looms, Premier League giants circle Newcastle's German defender.
M. Thiaw
player
Player
Malick Thiaw
Position
Defender
Current club
Newcastle United
Nationality
Germany
What happened. Liverpool and Manchester United are monitoring Newcastle United defender Malick Thiaw as they plan defensive changes for 2027.
- Thiaw is 25 years old and a Germany international.
- He moved to St James' Park from AC Milan in 2025.
- He has become a regular starter under Matthias Jaissle.
Liverpool may target Thiaw as a potential replacement for Virgil van Dijk.
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