Kieran Trippier: has a chance to play against Everton (Howe)

[RodneyCisse]

1 minute ago, Barnes23 said:

I think his period of poor form is already over most likely, I think it was mostly fatigue due to sheer volume of games as with most of the others

 

Unless there really is something going on away from the field

 

 

 

I think he wants away from whoever posted photos of him cheating in the family home.

[STM]

4 minutes ago, Superior Acuña said:

If he stays and his poor form

continues, these reports of him wanting the move aren’t going to help his relationship with (some of) the fans 

 

His relationship with the fans is fine. Apart from one divvy who apologised. Talk about an over reaction.

[Scoot]

5 minutes ago, Andy said:

 

The problem is that £25m doesn't replace the goal contributions we'd immediately lose. Our entire attack is structured through Trippier's overlaps. 

 

We could deal with that in the summer, and would obviously have to deal with it eventually anyway, but with the finances as they are, and other positions being a priority, it's hard to see how you replace those assists between now and the end of the season. 

I understand that but it sounds like he's wanting the move. Obviously something has gone on in his personal life. It's one of those things where it might be best for all parties. We move on with Tino at right back. He's a threat himself in that position.

[Superior Acuña]

4 minutes ago, STM said:

 

His relationship with the fans is fine. Apart from one divvy who apologised. Talk about an over reaction.

I know it is, that’s my point…

 

He won’t be quite the beloved sweetheart if people think he wants out 

 

 

Edited January 20, 2024 by Superior Acuña

[lovejoy]

If we get a decent fee (£15m plus) its a good move for everyone involved.

 

 

 

[Whitley mag]

Love the bloke but where entering a new phase of the project and we may have to accept it makes sense.

[oldtype]

7 minutes ago, Andy said:

 

The problem is that £25m doesn't replace the goal contributions we'd immediately lose. Our entire attack is structured through Trippier's overlaps. 

 

We could deal with that in the summer, and would obviously have to deal with it eventually anyway, but with the finances as they are, and other positions being a priority, it's hard to see how you replace those assists between now and the end of the season. 

Given the tight margins we’re operating within, I wouldn’t let concerns about the rest of the season prevent me from doing a move that benefits us long term. There’s not much left to play for and we probably wouldn’t get as much money for him in the summer.

[Newcastle Fan]

25m + and i think we can sell, he has probably only one good season left in him.

[STM]

3 minutes ago, Whitley mag said:

Love the bloke but where entering a new phase of the project and we may have to accept it makes sense.

Totally agree, in many ways its the sort of pragmatism we've lacked for years.

[Erikse]

11 minutes ago, Barnes23 said:

I think his period of poor form is already over most likely, I think it was mostly fatigue due to sheer volume of games as with most of the others

 

Unless there really is something going on away from the field

 

 

 

 

That's a good point. At the same time his defensive blunders were happening last season aswell. It just didn't happen as often as last couple of months, and also didn't get punished as often, while we were winning so many games anyways. His offensive contribution did make up for it, no doubt about that.

 

 

Edited January 20, 2024 by Erikse

[Bimpy474]

We don't just lose the player, we lose the man. And he's as big as you get for us, he's helped turn this club around with who is he, not just how he plays.

 

 

Edited January 20, 2024 by Bimpy474

[Minhosa]

On a purely business/FFP level it's a sale that makes sense imho.

[Jonas]

Feel the restrictions placed on us might be a sickener for the likes of him, knowing we can't kick on while they're here having probably previously expected us to grow much quicker.

I dunno, I liked football better when there was romance to it.

[Whitley mag]

2 minutes ago, STM said:

Totally agree, in many ways its the sort of pragmatism we've lacked for years.

Yeah club considered it cheaper to keep players on long contracts then deal, sad to see him go but Tino softens blow massively.

[Guest]

21 minutes ago, Andy said:

 

I reckon Spurs fans probably said similar about Kane tbf. Bayern are a massive and extremely difficult club for a player to reject, the only saving grace is that Trippier has previously been abroad and returned due to home sickness. 

 

Not saying it won't happen, just think there's an arrogance or assumption in the press that when one of their big clubs want someone, they assume it'll happen. We see it here. I remember our press being cock sure that Ronaldinho would join Man Utd for example when they made an offer from PSG. Marca ran for about 3 years with Vieira going to Real Madrid and that never happened, etc. 

 

 

Edited January 20, 2024 by Optimistic Nut

[Ghandis Flip-Flop]

1 hour ago, Toonjam88 said:

I mean I have literally told you something that was second hand from the guy that owns the Vermont but you go ahead and just ignore it ??

Fella if your mate knew the reception staff or the cleaners it would be more believable, the idea that the person who owns the fucking thing has any idea of what happens in that place day to day, beyond the books is fucking laughable. But you do you.

 

You've played your ITK card in this thread, whereas others have done the same saying it’s bollocks. It might come as a shock to you, but you’re a faceless poster on an internet forum thread to me, so why should I believe you any more than the other faceless posters on the forum exactly?

 

You also didn’t address the underlying point I made either, that people are far too eager to believe everything negative associated with the club at the minute, despite now having two and a bit years of evidence to the contrary.

[Jagten]

12 minutes ago, Barnes23 said:

I think his period of poor form is already over most likely, I think it was mostly fatigue due to sheer volume of games as with most of the others

 

Unless there really is something going on away from the field

Sure, but the fact he has generally been so remarkable, in his position at his age, is extremely rare. Generally full backs peak and drop-off the earliest. Aside from Kyle Walker, I can't think of many other great full backs over 32.  

[Whitley mag]

1 hour ago, El Prontonise said:

There's going have to be some explaining if this happens.

This season does have the feel of the Cole sale, then the rebuild the following season.

[LordJake]

3 minutes ago, Jagten said:

Sure, but the fact he has generally been so remarkable, in his position at his age, is extremely rare. Generally full backs peak and drop-off the earliest. Aside from Kyle Walker, I can't think of many other great full backs over 32.  

As pointed out earlier in the thread, Cafu, but then again he’s probably the greatest fullback ever 

[St1pe]

Something feels really odd about this one. The way it’s been leaked to the press. Stuff coming out about Trippier being interested (understandable I guess). 
 

I think there’s a chance this happens. Which would be awful for us. 

[Ben]

This is crazy

[Memphis]

Irrespective of what happens from here, Trippier's contributions to the club were massively important. His leadership, professionalism, and quality helped us immeasurably when we were seriously facing the prospect of relegation. That should never be forgotten. But if he's sold, this is now a sliding doors moment - and it could go one of two ways:

 

1. We sell Trippier for a nice fee and use that fee and the room it opens up for us appropriately to continue our rise as a club. Livramento slots right in for Trippier and we don't miss too much of a beat on the pitch. The players at the club understand Trippier's age, our financial situation, and where things are this season, and they react with long-term optimism about the project in spite of the sale. The summer sees us spend lavishly and keep growing.

 

2. We sell Trippier for a nice fee and the players immediately get upset, thinking that the project is stalling, and the future here isn't as bright as they expected. Other players start to see their heads being turned by offers and they start to doubt whether or not this is the right project for them. The rest of the season dwindles away in a sea of rumour and discontent and the summer is a reclamation project as we have to rebuild not only players but also attitudes. 

 

I hope it's 1, but there are a lot of people outside the club who would want to see 2. Huge challenge for Howe's leadership and the leadership of our ownership/Ashworth.

[ElDiablo]

Would be a terrible loss, especially in Jan. Both on and off the field he's our figurehead and sets the standards. 

 

Yes he's getting on and we need to bring money in, but there's a line where the negatives outweigh the positives. He's one of only 4 or 5 elite players we've got.

[TRC]

3 minutes ago, St1pe said:

Something feels really odd about this one. The way it’s been leaked to the press. Stuff coming out about Trippier being interested (understandable I guess). 
 

I think there’s a chance this happens. Which would be awful for us. 

It's the bayern way. They are elite at it

[Geordie Ahmed]

Don't want to lose him, what he offers both on and off the field is invaluable

 

However, if the reports are correct that he's keen on the move (for whatever reason) then it would be foolish not to try and extract the maximum fee possible, thank him for his service and invest that money back into the side