The German defensive rock embarks on a new chapter in England with a multi-year contract.Official: Malick Thiaw joins Newcastle on a long-term dealMalick Thiaw signed a long-term contract with

The signing of the Germany defender ends Eddie Howe's long pursuit of a centre-back and is a major boost in a difficult summer

Newcastle United have signed German defender Malick Thiaw from Serie A side AC Milan, the Premier League club said late on Tuesday.