Kieran Trippier provided an injury update and an insight into Eddie Howe's impact ahead of Newcastle United's clash with Wolves. The first signing of the Magpies new era made a phenomenal start to life in black-and-white, but was forced to undergo surgery for a foot injury suffered during the victory against Aston Villa in February.
The former Atletico Madrid full-back has continued to travel with the matchday squads despite this setback, with Howe praising his leadership qualities both on and off the pitch. Trippier joined his team-mates during the recent warm-weather training camp in Dubai, and is hoping to return to action before the end of the season.
The 31-year-old was once again at St James' Park for the latest clash in front of the Sky Sports cameras. Here is everything Trippier had to say to presenters Jamie Carragher and Kelly Cates ahead of the Magpies' clash with Wolves:
