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Post by Football News on Jun 20, 2015 13:48:35 GMT
Tottenham seal Kieran Trippier signing from Burnley on five-year deal• Tottenham met buyout clause in Trippier’s contract Tottenham have signed the right-back Kieran Trippier from Burnley on a five-year contract. ham have completed the signing of the Burnley defender Kieran Trippier on a five-year contract. The 24-year-old right-back, who had a £3.5m release clause, leaves Turf Moor after four years. “When I first heard that the club was interested I didn’t have to think twice,” he told Tottenham’s website. “It’s such a big club and now I just can’t wait to get started and show everyone what I can do. “I’ll take every opportunity I get with both hands and hopefully play my part for everyone at the club. Whenever I get a chance, I want to do well for the other players, the staff and, of course, the fans.” Trippier signed a new three-year contract with Burnley following their promotion to the Premier League a year ago but written into that deal was an agreement for him be allowed to move on should they be relegated, which happened. A statement from Burnley said: “A clause in that extension allowed clubs to talk to the former England Under-21 international, should his valuation be met. “Spurs triggered that clause and have now moved to make Trippier their second summer signing. Burnley Football Club would like to thank Kieran for his significant contribution to the club and wish him every success in his future career.” Guardian
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