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Kieran Trippier has been heavily linked with a move away from Newcastle United – and Eddie Howe and Paul Mitchell must act quickly if they hope to replace the England international with just three weeks until the start of the Premier League.

The 34-year-old soon entered the final year of his contract and was no stranger to rumors that he would end his stay in the North East after being heavily linked with Bayern Munich in January. From the German giants of the winter, Trippier is now being courted by Turkish giants Galatasaray and a cohort of sides from Saudi Arabia, according to reports.

Howe is keen to retain the services of the right-back, who showed his confidence in the project when he made the move to Tyneside in January 2022. However, there are logical arguments to support his departure, with his value rapidly declining.

The Toon may already have Trippier’s replacement on their books in the form of Tino Livramento, however, with only Emil Krafth and Harrison Ashby in reserve should anything happen to the former Southampton man, the need for direct competition in the role of right defender could. they prove essential if rebuilding Champions League football is on the agenda.

With that in mind, here are five options that could replace Trippier if he leaves…

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