Newcastle holds talks with European giants as Kieran Trippier transfer discussed

Newcastle United are reportedly in talks with a European giant over full-back Kieran Trippier.

Currently, Trippier is away on international duty with England at Euro 2024.

The 33-year-old, who is predominantly a right-back has been deputising on the left side of Gareth Southgate’s defence due to Luke Shaw’s injury.

During the 23/24 season, Trippier made 39 appearances across all competitions for Newcastle, scoring once and providing 11 assists.

Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, it has been claimed that Trippier has been discussed for a potential move away from St.James’ Park.

As per transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, who wrote on social media: “Newcastle and AC Milan have been in contact today to discuss possible opportunities.

“No talks about Tomori, Newcastle are showing interest in Malick Thiaw but he’s important part of Milan project.”

He added: “Kieran Trippier was also discussed but nothing concrete.”

Trippier was one of a few England players who were criticised after the Three Lions were held to a dismal 0-0 draw against Slovenia on Tuesday night.

Speaking after the match, Trippier said: “I’ve got the utmost respect for Gareth for what he has done for me personally and for my England career but, of course, us players get the frustration.

“All we can do after win, lose or draw is applaud the fans because we appreciate they have travelled out here in numbers and have spent so much money to come and support us.

“Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and, of course, they want to see more from us. Us players, we want to do more, but we have qualified. Hopefully the performances can get better.”

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He added: “Being honest, I think we controlled the game [against Slovenia]. We created some chances, but again, we could do better. It’s fair to say, of course we can. But the most important thing is that our objective before tournament was to qualify, and we’ve done that, and we topped the group.

“The supporters spend their well-earned money to come and watch us, full credit to them because every tournament that I’ve been involved in, they’ve been incredible, out in Russia, where it’s difficult to travel, and out in Germany again.”

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