Newcastle United have never lost a Premier League game when Kieran Trippier has featured in the starting line-up. In seven top-flight appearences, the England right-back has won five while drawing the other two.
Trippier’s eye-catching arrival from Atletico Madrid got the ball rolling ahead of a busy transfer window in January. Signing an England regular from the then La Liga champions reflected the mentality shift on Tyneside since the £300million Saudi-backed takeover.
Arriving as the most experienced professional at the club, the 31-year-old has taken on a leadership role at St James’ Park. Even after fracturing his metatarsal in February, Trippier played a crucial role behind the scenes as one of Eddie Howe’s most trusted lieutenants.
