Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier has been linked with a move away from the club ahead of the summer transfer window.
Kieran Trippier will be a free agent in the summer transfer window, and he has been linked with multiple clubs. However, according to a report by Football Insider, Newcastle United are hoping to agree a new deal with him to keep him at the club in the short term.
It appears that the former English international is open to signing a new contract with them. The development will be a major boost for Newcastle United amid their push for a renewal, and it will be interesting to see whether the two parties can wrap up the agreement quickly.
The veteran defender has been a useful player for Newcastle United since arriving from Atletico Madrid in a £12 million deal. Even though the Englishman is on the wrong side of 30, he could still be a handy option for them.
Trippier’s ability to influence the game at both ends of the pitch, and his experience could prove to be invaluable. He is one of the leaders of the Newcastle United dressing room. They need someone like him to stay at the club and mentor talented young players like Valentino Livramento.
Newcastle United stay would be ideal for Tripper
Trippier is unlikely to have top clubs queueing up for him at the stage of his career. It would make sense for him to continue at Newcastle United. It would allow him to play in the Premier League. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
He has been linked with clubs in Saudi Arabia and MLS as well. However, the opportunity to play in the Premier League will be hard to turn down for any player. It will be interesting to see if he is given ample opportunities next season. Livramento is the first-choice right-back at the club, and Trippier is unlikely to get regular football. He will have to accept the role of a squad player.
Newcastle United are looking to build a team capable of fighting for trophies, and they need leaders like Trippier in the dressing room. Apart from his qualities as a footballer, the 35-year-old Englishman’s leadership qualities and experience could be priceless.
