The right back joined the Magpies four-and-a-half years ago from Atlético Madrid in January 2022 when Newcastle was in the Premier League’s relegation places.
Newcastle United player Kieran Trippier is to leave the club this summer when his contract expires.
The right back joined the Magpies four-and-a-half years ago from Atlético Madrid in January 2022 when Newcastle was in the Premier League’s relegation places.
During his time with the club he has seen it qualify for the UEFA Champions League twice in the last three seasons and played the full 90 minutes against Liverpool to win the 2025 Carabao Cup - the club’s first domestic trophy in 70 years
Trippier has so far made more than 150 appearances for Newcastle United, and scoring four goals. He has alsoracked-up 54 senior international caps for England.
Speaking about his time with NUFC Trippier said: “The time has come to leave this amazing club after four-and-a-half years. This is where I have felt most at home. It’s emotional, and I’m really going to miss it.
“I want to say a massive thank you to the supporters for all the support through the goodand the bad times for me personally. You've always supported me, always stood by me.
“To my teammates, it's going to be emotional. It's been an amazing journey with you guys. I'm going to miss you all, but to win a trophy with you guys was really, really special - the best of my career.“And to the manager, Eddie Howe, all the coaching staff and the team behind the scenes, a massive thank you. The gaffer had the trust - twice - to sign me, gave me the opportunity to represent and captain this great club and most importantly, we managed to win a trophy.
“I'm going to miss everyone at the club. Thank you.”
Head Coach Eddie Howe commented: “Kieran has been magnificent for us on and off the pitch. From the moment he walked through the door, he has helped to drive standards that have changed the club’s trajectory.
“His performances on the pitch have been to the highest level. Building strong partnerships with the players around him. His outstanding technical ability helped elevate the team and his strong crossing ability helped create many goals and chances for his teammates.
“His leadership skills have been invaluable. In difficult moments his experience has proved calming and his drive and will to win has inspired the players to keep pushing forward.
“While we’ll be saying goodbye to Kieran shortly, we also know we have a lot left to play for this season, and I know a player of Kieran’s character will be giving absolutely everything to end his time here on a high.”
Ross Wilson, sporting director, at Newcastle United’s added: "Kieran should be soproud of the contribution he has made to Newcastle United’s progress over the last four-and-a-half years.
“I’ve admired Kieran from a distance for many years, and seeing him up close in recent months has only reinforced the impact he has as a leader, both in the dressing room and on the pitch. When the time comes, Kieran will leave with the respect and gratitude of everyone connected with Newcastle United. We wish him every success in whatever comes next."
The news comes ahead of the final seven matches of the current Premier League season.
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