Newcastle United are ready to part ways with Kieran Trippier in January as Eddie Howe will seek assurances about a replacement.
According toFootball Insider, Newcastle United are willing to sell Kieran Trippier in January as they aim to raise cash for their own business in the winter market. Eddie Howe might show some level of reluctance to part company with the experienced right back, although he would agree if assurances about a replacement come through.
Kieran Trippier looks far from his best this season, and this has been the case since the second half of the previous campaign. The experienced right-back recently retired from national team duties to focus on the remainder of his club career, as he looks set to take the next steps in his journey.
Trippier has only made six Premier League appearances this season, as Tino Livramento has taken his starting spot in the team. Eddie Howe may show some level of reluctance to let go of the experienced player, although the Magpies boss will agree to part ways if the club provides him assurances about getting a replacement.
Hence, Newcastle United will be ready to sell Trippier and are set to demand big money in exchange. The 34-year-old might not attract big bids, but there might be a way to seek significant offers, as some Saudi clubs are reportedly interested. He had apparently agreed on personal terms with some Turkish sides, but the Magpies’ asking price may have proved difficult to get the deal done back in the summer.
Newcastle United kept him on board as losing him would have weakened their already depleted defensive options. However, should the club sanction funds for a replacement, the Magpies would sell him, although the chances of getting a big price in exchange might prove a bit difficult.
Where can Kieran Trippier join?
Trippier has interest from AC Milan, and there are few other rcontinental and Turkish clubs keen to take him on board. Whether some of those suitors make a sizeable bid for the experienced defender remains to be seen, as most will look to conduct a bargain deal.
Newcastle United might even reluctantly accept a cut-price offer as Trippier’s departure does allow them to create space in their wage bill, as the 34-year-old is one of the highest-paid players at St James Park. As things stand, the experienced star does not have a future at the club, as moving away might benefit all parties concerned.