Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe wants to keep Kieran Trippier at the club.
The veteran right-back is being linked with a move away from St. James’ Park for financial reasons.
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However, Howe states that he still has a use for Trippier, even if he is no longer first choice.
"You could see today how committed Kieran is to us and how much we need him," he said after a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth.
"That's why I've said all along we are desperate for him to stay."
On the club’s hopes of signing Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, he added: "I don't know to be honest. I hope so, we've been working hard on that, but it's not in my hands."