Kieran Trippier

Getty Images   Kieran Trippier has suffered an injury and is set to miss Newcastle’s upcoming games against Chelsea and Manchester City. The Magpies face the Blues on Monday, March 11, 2024 and then Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Saturday, March 16. Trippier suffered the injury during Newcastle’s win over Wolves on Saturday. Later Eddie Howe confirmed that the defender suffered a calf injury. “He felt a pain in his calf, we’re hopeful it’s not too bad,” Howe said. “It was good to see him walk down the touchline rather than limp, so we’ll wait and see…

Trippier has made a move to St. James’ Park from Atletico Madrid back in January 2022. Since then he has established himself as a key player in Eddie Howe’s side. The Magpies have now signed a new contract to extend the defender’s stay at the club until the end of the 2024/25 season. “Absolutely delighted to be extending my contract with @NUFC,” Trippier wrote on Twitter to share his excitement. “Since iv arrived in Newcastle the fans and everyone associated with the club has made me feel soo welcome. I have enjoyed every moment representing this great club and look…