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

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. The Germany international will undergo a medical before completing a deal reportedly worth up to £34.

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.