West Ham United are reportedly keen on signing 33-year-old Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier this summer.
According to a report by the Daily Telegraph, West Ham United are plotting a surprise move for 33-year-old Newcastle United full-back Kieran Trippier, and it will be interesting to see if they can get the deal done.
The 54-cap England international is likely to be available for a nominal price because of his contract situation. He will be a free agent next summer. Trippier has done quite well for Newcastle United since joining the club from Atletico Madrid, and he could prove to be a quality acquisition for West Ham as well.
The 33-year-old will add some much-needed attacking quality going forward. He could be an upgrade on Vladimir Coufal. West Ham need to improve their squad if they want to compete in Europe regularly and push for the domestic trophies.
The Hammers have brought in a quality manager like Julen Lopetegui, and they need to back him with good players now. Trippier is a proven performer for club and country. The 54-cap England international could prove to be a useful acquisition for a reasonable price. Although he would be a short-term addition, he has a lot to offer.
Newcastle United should let go of Trippier
The 33-year-old has been linked with a move away from Newcastle in recent weeks. It is fair to assume that they will be open to sanctioning his departure for the right price. Newcastle United need to plan for the future. The Tyneside outfit are looking to build a formidable project, and they need to invest in younger players with higher potential.
This would be the right time for them to cash in on Trippier and let him move on. Meanwhile, the England international could be tempted to join West Ham this summer. He would get to return to London and compete at a high level with the Hammers.
It remains to be seen whether West Ham follow up on their interest with an official proposal to sign the Newcastle United defender in the coming weeks now. Apart from being a reliable defender, Trippier will add quality to the side from crosses and set-pieces. He could add a new dimension to the West Ham attack if he joins the club. However, they have other full-backs, like Arnau Martinez, on their radar as well.
