The name Tare is now focusing on is Comuzzo rather than Leoni: contacts have already been made with the Fiorentina defender

It was in the air, and today confirmation arrived: Newcastle has submitted a new offer to Milan of €36 million plus bonuses for Malick Thiaw. The figure touches the fateful €40 million threshold that could make the Rossoneri waver. The German defender is currently considered a starter by Massimiliano Allegri, but what makes the transfer more concrete is Thiaw’s position, as he has already said yes to the English club’s offer of almost €4 million per season. In short, the player is pushing to go to the Premier League, and it is unlikely that Milan will not accommodate him now that Newcastle has gone so high. The deal could be finalized in the next 24-48 hours.

AND NOW?—  With Thiaw’s departure, Milan will have to return to the transfer market in search of a center back. Only Tomori, Gabbia, and Pavlovic would remain in the squad, plus Bartesaghi, who can play in the middle, and the young players of Milan Futuro Dutu and Coubis. Whether playing with three or four at the back, there are too few alternatives. Igli Tare’s top name is Pietro Comuzzo (who was injured today in a friendly) of Fiorentina rather than Leoni of Parma, for whom the price and competition are daunting. The Viola defender is valued at around $30 million, and initial contacts have already been made. Among others, Koni De Winter of Genoa is also worth keeping an eye on, although Inter are very keen on him. The possibility of a signing from abroad should not be ruled out either.