Newcastle United eye Fikayo Tomori transfer
Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Fikayo Tomori from AC Milan, following the Italian club's decision to drop the defender. The 28-year-old has been left out of Milan's friendly against Chelsea recently due to new manager Ruben Amorim not favouring him.
What happened?
Fikayo Tomori has been left out of AC Milan's friendly against Chelsea, sparking reports that Newcastle United are interested in signing him. The Italian publication Gazzetta dello Sport has reported that Tomori was left out of the match due to Amorim not favouring him.
Why it matters for Newcastle United
Newcastle United are looking to rebuild their side after losing several players in the transfer market, including Kieran Trippier, Anthony Gordon, and Bruno Guimaraes. The addition of Fikayo Tomori could provide experience at the back for the Magpies.
What comes next?
Newcastle United face Liverpool on the opening day of the Premier League season, and the addition of Fikayo Tomori could be a boost for the team. The 28-year-old has struggled with playing in a high line at times, but a return to the Premier League could help to revitalise his career.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 12th in Premier League, 49 pts, 14W-7D-17L from 38 games, recent form LWDWL. Goals this season: 53 scored, 55 conceded (-2 goal difference). Title race: 36 points behind leaders Arsenal.
Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Fikayo Tomori from AC Milan, following the Italian club's decision to drop the defender. The 28-year-old has been left out of Milan's friendly against Chelsea recently due to new manager Ruben Amorim not favouring him. Tomori is worth €17m, according to Transfermarkt. Newcastle face Liverpool on the opening day of the Premier League season.
