Kieran Trippier has made his exit from Newcastle United official.
Trippier announced on Saturday that he will leave Tyneside when his contract expires this summer, bringing an end to his four-and-a-half-year spell at St James’ Park.
The 35-year-old joined from Atletico Madrid in January 2022 for £12million, became Eddie Howe’s first signing following the Saudi-backed takeover, and absolutely changed the course and culture of the club.
“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, Trippier wrote 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. 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 gaffer 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.”
Trippier has made 157 appearances for Newcastle, scoring four goals and playing a central role in the Magpies’ ascension up the Premier League’s pecking order.
Trippier played 90 minutes in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup final victory over Liverpool in the 2024–25 season, helping end the club’s 50-year wait for a major trophy. Trips also helped Newcastle qualify for the Champions League twice under Howe.
“From the moment he walked through the door, he has helped to drive standards that have changed the club’s trajectory,” Howe said. “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.
“While we’ll be saying goodbye to Kieran shortly, we also know we have a lot left to play for this season, and I know a player of Kieran’s character will be giving absolutely everything to end his time here on a high.”
Newcastle, currently 12th in the Premier League, face Crystal Palace on April 12 as they return from the international break. Trippier’s final appearance for the club is expected to come against Fulham on May 24, assuming he’s eligible for the game.
