Kieran Trippier says Atletico Madrid is a step up from Tottenham

Kieran Trippier says that he took a step up when he left this summer Tottenham to sign for Atletico Madrid.
After connecting them for a commission in the region of 22m trippier signed Atletico on a deal in July.
The 28-year-old had disclosed”behind the scenes” issues caused him to depart Spurs, but he insists his move to Spain is a indication of advancement in his career and not down a step.
“I am working with one of the best coaches in the entire world,” he told AFP.
“Atletico is among the largest teams in Europe. I am not even taking down a step, I’m taking a step up.”
There were suggestions that Trippier’s move could damage his career after he had been shed for England’s Nations League campaign’s climax in May.
However, the Burnley defender Was called up to Gareth Southgate’s squad to the upcoming Qualifiers from Bulgaria and Kosovo following the England head coach flew out to see him play Leganes in La Liga.
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