Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw. The centre-back is due to fly to Tyneside on Sunday night to finalise his move to St James' Park. Newcastle have missed out on several targets this summer, including Benjamin Sesko, Hugo Ekitike, Joao Pedro and James Trafford, but Thiaw is keen to join the club.

Newcastle United are on the verge of securing the signature of AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw, with the towering centre-back expected to undergo his medical on Monday before penning a deal that will take him to Tyneside.

United remain willing to sell Hojlund, who is available for just over £30million, although a loan exit would be considered as an alternative

Manchester United are in negotiations with AC Milan over the potential loan transfer of Rasmus Hojlund, who is open to leaving Old Trafford this summer