Newcastle boost as Eddie Howe reveals he hopes to have Kieran Trippier back from broken foot before end of the season

EDDIE HOWE expects crocked but ‘inspirational’ Kieran Trippier to still play a big role in Newcastle’s survival hopes.

The £12million January signing went under the knife on Thursday after breaking his foot during last Sunday’s 1-0 win against Aston Villa.

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Howe hopes the right-back, 31, will play again this season. 

And while he admits they will miss his leadership, the Magpies boss said: “He’s got a big part to play. 

“The players have found him an inspirational figure but that won’t change – he will be around them and supporting them from the training ground. 

“It’s the first thing we discussed, and that’s the type of person he is. 

“He wants to make a difference and wants to lead.

“I knew Kieran when he was younger (at Burnley), and he has changed and developed many facets of his game and personality.

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“We hope to have him back before the end of the season but it is a significant injury. 

“It’s a big blow but no one player makes the team. 

“I’m confident we have enough quality to cover.”

Emil Krafth will play right-back tomorrow at West Ham with Javier Manquillo out with an ankle problem, although he could be back for Brentford next week.