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becomes the first signing under the new Saudi owners of Newcastle

Kieran Trippier has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the option of a further year; Newcastle and Atletico agreed a deal following smooth and positive talks on Tuesday; the England international becomes the first signing under the new Saudi owners of Newcastle

Newcastle have signed right-back Kieran Trippier from Atletico Madrid for £12m, plus add-ons.

The England right-back has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the option of a further year.

I’m so happy to be joining Newcastle. Everyone knows the fans are unbelievably passionate and I will give my absolute all for them. I can’t wait to get to work 💪🏼

Thank you to everyone at @nufc & the fans for the very warm welcome I have received so far 🖤🤍 pic.twitter.com/6d0raRrpnv

— Kieran Trippier (@trippier2) January 7, 2022

"I really enjoyed my time in Madrid, but when I became aware of interest from Newcastle United, and having worked with Eddie Howe before, I knew this was where I wanted to be," said Trippier.

Newcastle's owners hope to recruit at least three more players this month as they look to keep the club in the Premier League.

They are second-bottom in the table and two points from safety after 19 league matches this season.