Kieran Trippier will depart Newcastle United this summer when his contract expires, the defender confirmed in an emotional interview on the club's website.

The 35-year-old, who has made over 150 appearances for the Magpies since joining from Atletico Madrid in 2022, scored four goals during his four-and-a-half-year spell. His leadership was pivotal as Newcastle won their first major trophy in 70 years with the Carabao Cup last season and secured Champions League qualification twice in the past three years.

Trippier expressed deep emotion, thanking fans, teammates, and manager Eddie Howe for the journey, calling his time at St James' Park where he felt "most at home" an "amazing" experience. Howe praised Trippier's "magnificent" impact, highlighting his calming presence in difficult moments and his drive to win that inspired the squad.

Newcastle face significant questions about Howe's future and the club's direction, though Howe insists they have much to play for this season and expects Trippier to finish strongly.