Kieran Trippier will leave Newcastle United when his contract expires at the end of the season.

Kieran Trippier has highlighted feeling “most at home” on Tyneside than at anywhere else in his illustrious career.

News broke earlier this month that the 25-year-old will leave Newcastle United at the end of the season. Trippier was the first signing to take the leap of faith following the Saudi-backed takeover.

A memorable journey has resulted in multiple Champions League qualifications and Carabao Cup success. His assist for Dan Burn’s header at Wembley is arguably the most important in Newcastle’s recent history.

‘It’s emotional’ - Kieran Trippier

Speaking to NUFC TV, Trippier promised to continue following Newcastle - the place he feels most at home - on their journey for more silverware. He said: “I just hope the supporters can look at me and (say) ‘He was a good player’. I hope they enjoyed watching me play. It's an emotional time. But I just hope they know that I gave everything for the club.

“A big thank you, firstly, to the supporters for how they welcomed me when I first arrived. Even till now, going through good moments, bad moments… they've always stood by me. That's Newcastle supporters for you.

“I hope I made you proud and gave you good performances. To my teammates, the players that I've left, the players that are now, it's been a joy. It's been some journey and I thank all my teammates because we all wouldn't be in this position as individuals.

“And of course, all the staff… massive thanks. You've been brilliant. To the manager, just a massive thank you for having that trust to sign me twice. This is where I felt most at home, if I'm going to be honest. I'm not just saying that, it truly is. That comes with the players, the staff, everybody associated with Newcastle, the fan base. It's an emotional time, I'm really going to miss it.

“My daughter was born here, so I've got so much attached to Newcastle in general. It's going to be really sad after the Fulham game. But of course I'm going to follow the club, follow the manager of course. I can come back whenever I can to watch the games and support the lads. I just really hope that this club can push even further and win more silverware.”

‘Carabao Cup most special moment’ - Kieran Trippier

Despite winning La Liga and representing England in Euros finals, Trippier named the Carabao Cup triumph over Liverpool as his crowning moment. He added: “I've played for him twice and to win a trophy with each other was even more special. When you're in a team for so long, especially this team, the spirit and the togetherness that we have here… it was really special.”

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