Former Burnley man Kieran Trippier has announced he’s to leave Newcastle United at the end of the season.
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The 35-year-old is to call time on his four-and-a-half-year spell on Tyneside when his current contract comes to an end this summer.
A January 2022 signing from Atlético Madrid, the right-back has made more than 150 appearances for the Magpies and helped Eddie Howe’s side lift the Carabao Cup in 2025 – the club’s first domestic title in 70 years.
"The time has come to leave this amazing club after four-and-a-half years,” Tripper announced. “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 good and the bad times. 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.
Trippier is to leave Newcastle after four and a half years (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP)placeholder image
Trippier is to leave Newcastle after four and a half years (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP)
"I'm going to miss everyone at the club. Thank you."
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Former Burnley boss Howe added: "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."
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