The announcement of Kieran Trippier’s departure from Newcastle United has been met with an overwhelming response.
Newcastle United co-owner Jamie Reuben took to social media to issue a thank-you message to Kieran Trippier.
On Saturday, it was announced that Trippier would leave Newcastle when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Trippier will leave Newcastle having made over 150 appearances for the club, lifting the Carabao Cup and twice qualifying for the Champions League.
NUFC co-owner reacts to Kieran Trippier departure
And his impact has been felt throughout the squad and beyond, with many people connected to Newcastle reacting to the announcement of his departure.
Former Newcastle co-owner Mehrdad Ghodoussi played a role in the signing of Trippier over four years ago.
Ghodoussi messaged on Instagram: “You were the first through the door. Thank you.”
Trippier was the first signing made by Eddie Howe following Newcastle’s takeover in October 2021.
Current Newcastle co-owner, Jamie Reuben, added on X: “Kieran was our first signing, joined when many others wouldn’t, fought every day for this club and was an inspirational leader, captain and player. Can’t thank him enough and wishing him the very best going forward.”
Newcastle United chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan and co-owner Jamie Reuben.placeholder image
Newcastle United chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan and co-owner Jamie Reuben. | Getty Images
Kieran Trippier issues NUFC departure statement
In a club statement confirming his upcoming departure, 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 good and 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 ga@er 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.”
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