Newcastle captain Kieran Trippier becomes shock Bayern Munich target as Thomas Tuchel eyes Tottenham reunion with Harry Kane and Eric Dier
Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier is a shock target for Bayern Munich, talkSPORT understands.
Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel has put England right back Trippier at the top of their shopping list after missing out on Kyle Walker in the summer.
Newcastle could be open to offers for Trippier to help bolster their finances amid profit and sustainability concerns.
A move would see Trippier reunited with former Tottenham and England teammates Harry Kane and Eric Dier.
Trippier joined Newcastle in January 2022 in a £12million deal from La Liga side Atletico Madrid and was a key figure in the Magpies’ late-season winning run to steer them clear of relegation.
His impact on Tyneside led to boss Eddie Howe handing him the captaincy in the absence of out-of-favour Jamaal Lascelles.
Tripper guided his teammates to a third-placed finish last term and Champions League qualification for the first time in 20 years, as a result.
However, the 33-year-old has been unable to repeat last season's form and has been responsible for a number of high-profile errors amid the Magpies' own struggles.
Newcastle's on-field issues mirror those off it as Financial Fair Play continues to wreak havoc at the club.
Newcastle announced losses of £73.4million in their latest financial results, leaving CEO Darren Eales hinting the club could be forced to sell players to balance the books.
Allan Saint-Maximin's transfer to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli last summer brought £23m into the club with Howe keeping hold of his other star names.
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