Newcastle confirm Kieran Trippier will leave in the summer | OneFootball

Newcastle United have confirmed that defender Kieran Trippier will leave the club at the end of the season.

Having initially made the move to St James' Park from Atletico Madrid in 2022, the 35-year-old will end his four-and-a-half year stay upon the expiry of his contract.

Since his arrival, the defender has been a key figure under Eddie Howe and has made 157 appearances for the club, 18 of which have come in the Premier League this season.

"It's emotional and I'm really going to miss it," Trippier said in a statement. "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 team-mates, 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."

"Kieran has been magnificent for us on and off the pitch," the Newcastle United boss added, speaking to the club website. "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 team-mates.

"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."

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