Mick Brown: Coventry sniffing out deal to sign exit-bound Newcastle defender

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(Credit: Imago) Kieran Trippier: Coventry City sniff out deal to sign Newcastle defender on free transfer Mon 6 April 2026 17:00, UK Kieran Trippier has been tipped to join a Championship promotion contender ahead of his departure from Newcastle United this summer.The 35-year-old has confirmed he will leave St James’ Park upon the expiry of his current contract, and a number of English clubs have been alerted to his situation.Coventry City are believed to be among the clubs looking at the right-back who would bring a wealth of experience and quality to his next club.Former Coventry assistant manager Mick Brown told Football Insider that Trippier would provide a lot of value to a newly-promoted or promotion-chasing club.There is also expected to be interest from abroad in the former England international, while Newcastle are already eyeing replacements ahead of the transfer window. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES What is next for Kieran Trippier after Newcastle exit?Brown told Football Insider last month that Trippier was preparing to leave Newcastle amid suggestions he could seek an increase in his playing time.A move to a Championship side could see him replicate the success of when he first joined Newcastle, where his talent and experience was vital to their progress.Kieran TrippierNewcastle United StatsAppearances157Goals4Assists29Highest League Finish4thTrophies1x Carabao CupKieran Trippier’s stats since joining Newcastle.

(via Transfermarkt)Coventry City currently sit top of the Championship table and are increasingly likely to achieve promotion, with Trippier viewed as a valuable asset to help bridge the gap.“A lot of clubs are going to be looking at Trippier,” Brown told Football Insider.“They’ll be aware of his availability and the fact he’s leaving Newcastle, and they’ll be on alert.“One or two clubs in the Championship will be sniffing around, with Coventry City among them, to add a bit of experience and quality into their squad.“Any club who are looking to gain promotion to the Premier League could benefit from having a player like him, both on and off the pitch.“He brings a wealth of experience and know-how and that’s vital for a newly-promoted club.“Coventry are the ones at the moment who you’re pretty certain will be going up, so if they could sign Trippier, it would be a real big boost for them.“His age might be a bit of a concern, but he’s still got plenty of ability and has shown at Newcastle he’s still capable of playing at a very high level.”Who else has joined the race to sign Trippier?Championship clubs are not the only admirers of the Newcastle right-back, who has attracted long-term interest both in the Premier League and abroad.Football Insider reported on 5 April that Everton could make a move for Trippier, having been keen on his signature for over a year as they aim to improve their squad.Credit: ImagoThe right-back position has been a point of contention under David Moyes, with Jake O’Brien asked to fill in despite his more natural position being at centre-back.Seamus Coleman is still at the club, but injury issues combined with his age mean Everton have been looking at other options in his position.Trippier’s age will likely pose a concern for the Toffees, but is not expected to be a deal-breaker, and he could finally make his way to the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Newcastle Insider Access Get the full story from St James’ Park and Darsley Park with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Tyneside.