Bruno Guimaraes has taken to social media to sent a heartfelt message after a major Newcastle United announcement
Bruno Guimaraes has taken to social media to send a heartfelt message to Kieran Trippier after it was announced he is to leave Newcastle
Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes has sent a heartfelt message to Kieran Trippier after his departure from the club was confirmed earlier this morning. The 35-year-old will leave the Magpies at the end of the season, bringing an end to a four-year stint on Tyneside.
The former England international will go down in modern folklore as one of the best signings the club has ever madeand arguably one of the club’s best right-backs of all time.
Trippier has played over 150 times for Newcastle since joining the club from Atletico Madrid and played the full 90 minutes in the Carabao Cup triump against Liverpool last season.
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On Instagram, Guimaraes shared Newcastle United’s video of Trippier’s announcement, captioning his re-post: “Thanks for everything you have done for this club Tripps.
“It was a pleasure to play for more than four years alongside you mate. Wishing you all the best @ktrippier2. [Red loveheart, prayer emoji]. Legend.”
In the announcement, Trippier said: “It’s emotional and I’m really going to miss it. 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 Trippier is set to leave Newcastle United
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe added: “Kieran has been magnificent for us on and off the pitch. 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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The club’s new sporting director, Ross Wilson said: “Kieran should be so proud of the contribution he has made to Newcastle United’s progress over the last four-and-a-half years.
“I’ve admired Kieran from a distance for many years, and seeing him up close in recent months has only reinforced the impact he has as a leader, both in the dressing room and on the pitch.
“When the time comes, Kieran will leave with the respect and gratitude of everyone connected with Newcastle United. We wish him every success in whatever comes next.”
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