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Liverpool<\/a> and Manchester United<\/a> are reportedly keeping a close eye on Newcastle United<\/a> defender Malick Thiaw, as per Caught Offside<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n After being impressed by the 25-year-old\u2019s performances for AC Milan, the Magpies decided to purchase him last summer. Although they endured a disappointing campaign last term, he showed glimpses of his qualities.<\/p>\n In 54 appearances across all competitions, the German scored five goals and registered a solitary assist. Moreover, he helped his side keep nine clean sheets.<\/p>\n Now, Caught Offside<\/em> claim that with Virgil Van Dijk edging closer towards the end of his career, Liverpool are considering purchasing a new centre-back next summer.<\/p>\n On the other hand, with Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire<\/a> and Lisandro Mart\u00ednez\u2019s long-term future currently uncertain, Man Utd want a new experienced defender to help youngsters like Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven develop.<\/p>\n The Merseyside club and the Old Trafford club have expressed their interest in Thiaw after monitoring his development closely in recent months. The 25-year-old\u2019s strength and ability to defend the channels have impressed Liverpool and Man Utd.<\/p>\n However, the report state that having sold Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes this summer, Newcastle don\u2019t want to lose any of their other star players.<\/p>\n With his existing deal set to run until 2029, Matthias Jaissle\u2019s side aren\u2019t in any rush to sell him and could demand up to \u00a370m to let him leave.<\/p>\n Thiaw is a 6ft 5in tall right-footed centre-back. He is quick, strong, good in the air and comfortable playing out from the back. Moreover, he has the ability to chip in with some important goals and is efficient in defensive contributions.<\/p>\n The Newcastle star is a Premier League<\/a>-proven player and is currently at the prime stage of his career. Therefore, he would be a great coup for Man Utd or Liverpool should either club purchase him.<\/p>\n However, it is going to be interesting to see whether the Old Trafford club or the Merseyside club eventually make a concrete approach to secure his services next year.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Liverpool are set to start their Champions League<\/a> campaign against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night, while United will face Sabah the following day.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBattle<\/h2>\n
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