Newcastle chases Taye Taiwo

NEWCASTLE United is preparing a bid for AC Mila's Taye Taiwo, report in Italy suggest. Since the departure of Jose Enrique to Liverpool in the summer, Newcastle has been operating without a recogised left-back.Ryan Taylor had deputised in this position as a changed back four propelled the side to fifth in the table after twelve games.However, a defensive injury crisis contributing to four defeats in the last five games, has prompted manager Alan Pardew to look for reinforcements in the January window, with left back Taye Taiwo his primary target.Taiwo is unsettled at AC Milan, having made only two league appearances since joining from Marseilles in the summer. The player's agent, Fabio Parisi, has not ruled out a move away from the San Siro.''We are not 100% happy'', said Parisi, but this doesn't mean that the player does not want to fight for a place in the team. Difficulties in getting used to the new ambiance'. I think so, especially in understanding some things required by the coach.''In any case, Taiwo is not somebody that surrenders easily. He doesn't want to leave Milan. Of course, we must make some evaluations, but the main idea is to remain. Offers'. Many clubsides admire him, just like when Milan signed him for free: I think that these clubs might still be interested,' he added.
Click here to read full news..