The former Spurs right-back hinted he was unwanted at his old club, but is making the most of a fresh start in Spain
A few months ago, Kieran Trippier was mingling in the stands of the Wanda Metropolitano. It was the end of the
Champions League final and
Liverpool had claimed the trophy, but Trippier seemed reluctant to leave the field, lingering at the side of the pitch and commiserating with stricken Spurs fans. It was, many observers felt, his way of saying goodbye.
On Wednesday the Champions League anthem will be playing at the Metropolitano once more and Trippier will be there again. It turned out that the 28-year-old was performing some kind of farewell, although recently the course of events that led him to become an Atlético player have come up for debate. One thing is for sure, though: despite the short period Trippier has been in
Spain, he has already made an impression.