England defender Kieran Trippier reportedly wants to leave Newcastle before the summer transfer window closes next week.
Trippier, 33, joined Newcastle in January 2022 and played a key role in the club’s revival following the Saudi Arabian takeover.
But he is now ready to move on, with Everton showing interest in signing the experienced full-back, according to David Ornstein of The Athletic.
Trippier has been a regular starter under Eddie Howe for the past two and a half years, but was not used as a substitute in Saturday’s 1-0 win over Southampton.
Mail Sport also revealed earlier this week that Bruno Guimaraes has been named Newcastle’s new captain, despite Trippier wearing the armband for the majority of his time at the club.
Kieran Trippier reportedly wants to leave Newcastle this summer
Jamaal Lascelles is now the club captain, while Trippier remains vice-captain, suggesting his playing time could be more limited this season if he opts to remain at St James’ Park following the emergence of Tino Livramento.
Everton are looking to strengthen their full-backs and will be without Ashley Young for this weekend’s match against Tottenham Hotspur after he was sent off in Saturday’s 3-0 defeat to Brighton.
Trippier is seen as a potential target and the Toffees could now increase their interest in the defender, who has just under two years left on his contract at Newcastle.
More to come…