Trippier embraces Championship challenge after 12-year absence

Fresh from training, Trippier reflects on a whirlwind start at Wolves, including a manager sacking days after his arrival.

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What happened. Kieran Trippier has returned to the Championship after 12 years away, signing for Wolves and aiming to lead them back to the Premier League.

• Trippier cited Rob Edwards as a key reason for joining, but Edwards was sacked three days later.
• He admits the sacking was a surprise but remains focused on playing for Wolves.
• Cesar Peixoto was brought in as Edwards' replacement.

“I’m not going to sit here and lie, I wasn’t expecting it. But it’s the club’s decision.”

— Kieran Trippier

Trippier will work under new boss Peixoto as Wolves push for promotion from the Championship.

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