London: Premier League club Newcastle United on Friday completed the signing of full-back Kieran Trippier from Atletico Madrid for an undisclosed fee.
The 31-year-old has agreed to terms on a two-and-a-half-year deal and becomes the first senior signing under the club's owners and head coach Eddie Howe.
Trippier arrives at St. James' Park having spent a successful two-and-a-half-year spell in Spain, culminating in La Liga triumph last season as Atletico pipped rivals Real Madrid to the Spanish title.
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He rejoins Eddie Howe after being signed by the Magpies' head coach in 2011 during his time at Burnley. Trippier said: "I'm delighted to be joining this fantastic club. 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.
"I'm aware there is a lot of work ahead of us but I know the demands of Premier League well and I know what an amazing club this is with very talented players. I can't wait to get started and I'm excited to step out at St. James' Park as a Newcastle player."
