Newcastle drops interest in Fikayo Tomori amid transfer window focus

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Newcastle drops interest in Fikayo Tomori amid transfer window focus
Summary

Newcastle United is not pursuing AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori despite previous links during this summer transfer window. Reports had suggested that Newcastle was leading the race and preparing a bid after Milan set an asking price of €20 million. However, a recent update clarified that the club’s priorities lie in acquiring a full-back and a goalkeeper, with no active negotiations for Tomori. This shift effectively removes Tomori from Newcastle's plans as they reassess their transfer strategies.

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  • Newcastle twice linked to Fikayo Tomori this summer.
  • AC Milan reportedly set Tomori's asking price at €20 million.
  • Club shifts focus to acquiring a full-back and goalkeeper.
  • Tomori no longer part of Newcastle's summer transfer plans.
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  • 4:00 PMYahoo SportsNewcastle’s Stance on Fikayo Tomori Transfer Finally Becomes Clear
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AC Milan center-back Fikayo Tomori has been one of the defenders most heavily linked with Newcastle United throughout the summer transfer window. Reports over the past week claimed the Magpies were leading the race for the Serie A defender, preparing formal offers and even closing in on an agreement after the Italian club reportedly set […]

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