Tottenham Hotspur have considered a move for centre-back Malick Thiaw, whose future at current club AC Milan is “increasingly uncertain,” according to CaughtOffside.
Last season, Tottenham finally brought an end to their trophy drought which had spanned 17 years. Ange Postecoglou guided the club to Europa League glory, but the Australian was sacked just weeks after the fact, in no small part due to Spurs’ poor league form that saw them finish 17th in the Premier League.
In Postecoglou’s place, the Lilywhites have appointed Thomas Frank. Across seven years with Brentford, the Dane established himself as a tactically astute coach, one who turned the Bees into an established top flight side. With Champions League football to prepare for, it is no surprise that Spurs have been active in the market.
Tottenham have made notable signings in Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United and Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich to date. The club were keen on Morgan Gibbs-White before the midfielder penned a new contract with Nottingham Forest and this interest in another creative midfielder will remain, particularly after James Maddison’s long-term injury.
Now, though, it would seem the North London side want to bolster their options in central defence.
Tottenham Consider Move For Thiaw
CaughtOffside have reported that Malick Thiaw is of interest to Spurs as the club search for a new centre-back. Last season, both Micky van der Ven and Cristian Romero had periods of time on the sidelines. Both are brilliant options, but in their absence, Spurs reverted to playing the likes of Djed Spence and Archie Gray in the heart of their defence.
As such, Frank evidently feels his side need further depth which they would certainly find in Thiaw, described as a "physically dominant" defender. A German international, Thiaw has been with Milan since 2022, steadily developing into an important part of their first team. At just 24 years old, Thiaw still has time to improve his already impressive ability.
Tottenham would have to move swiftly for Thiaw, who is closing in on a move to Newcastle United. Should the Lilywhites manage to negotiate a deal for Thiaw, it may prove to be a brilliant addition as Thomas Frank looks to take them back to the top half of the Premier League table.