Kieran Trippier talks about his decision to join Newcastle instead of MU

2022-07-31 06:09

Kieran Trippier talks about his decision to join Newcastle instead of MU

Newcastle coach Eddie Howe influenced Trippier's decision to join Newcastle United.

MANCHESTER -- Kieran Trippier has spoken about his reasons for deciding to join Newcastle United amid interest from elite Premier League club Manchester United (MU). The player joined from Newcastle United from Spanish club Atletico Madrid in the winter of 2022 in a deal worth 14 million euros.


Commenting on his relationship with United, Trippier has confirmed there is interest from the Premier League giants prior to his official move to St James' Park Stadium.


"Yes, it's true. There are several clubs. Me and the manager chatted at the start of the season and agreed if the opportunity arose, I would go," said Kieran Trippier as reported by Sportskeeda , Friday (29/7/2022).

There has been much speculation linking Trippier back to the Premier League after helping Atletico Madrid to the 2020/2021 La Liga title. However Trippier wants to return to the Premier League competition by playing for several winning teams, such as Liverpool, and two Manchester. However, he explained his good relationship with Newcastle coach Eddie Howe while still at Burnley was another reason.

"I wanted to go back north, so there was Liverpool and Manchester. But as a player you have to be realistic. Eddie Howe influenced my decision to choose Newcastle and it was a good choice, this place is a city of football and a lot of people are obsessed with their club." said Trippier.

After losing Trippier in January, United are now looking for other options for the right-back position. Inter Milan player Denzel Dumfries entered as the main candidate with a tag of 40 million euros.






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