Malick Thiaw has been a hit with Newcastle United fans and his team-mates alike(Image: 2026 Getty Images)

Manchester United are reportedly interested in Newcastle United defender Malick Thiaw.

Man United's defensive record has improved since Michael Carrick took over as interim manager, with three clean sheets in their last six Premier League matches. However, long-term injuries to Lisandro Martinez - who has since returned - and Matthijs de Ligt have affected the consistency of their defence.

Whilst their main focus for summer investment will be the midfield, strengthening their defence could be achieved by signing Thiaw, according to BILD's Christian Falk.

Falk, who is the head of football at the German publication, stated that Bayern Munich would consider signing the centre-back if one of their four key defenders leaves the club - but only under those circumstances.

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Claiming to know Thiaw "quite well," he conceded that it wouldn't make sense for him to join...