Here’s the story of Kieran Trippier, a talented right-back affectionately nicknamed “Frodo” during his childhood. This nickname came about due to his small stature and resemblance to the “Lord of the Rings” character. Kieran is the youngest son of Eleanor Trippier Lomax and Chris Trippier, a cheerful tree surgeon. His supportive parents always emphasized the importance of education over sports. This article delves into how young Kieran managed to balance both priorities, his journey through several loan moves, and how he eventually made a name for himself in club and international football.
How Kieran Trippier Rose from being called “Frodo” to Football Star
Our journey into Kieran Trippier’s childhood and untold biography offers a comprehensive look at significant events that shaped his life before fame. From his upbringing and family dynamics to lesser-known aspects of his off-pitch life, this narrative delves deep into his personal journey.
Additionally, it highlights his recent role alongside Bruno Guimarães and Chris Wood in Newcastle’s efforts to avoid relegation during the 2021/2022 season. Not many football lovers have read an in-depth version of Kieran Trippier’s Biography, which is quite interesting. Now, without further ado, let’s get started.
Kieran Trippier Childhood Story – Early Life and Family Background:
To kick off his biography, Kieran John Trippier was born on September 19, 1990, to Eleanor Trippier Lomax and Chris Trippier in Bury, United Kingdom.
Trippier hails from a modest family background, where his father, Chris Trippier, works as a Tree Surgeon and arboriculturist, as seen in the picture below.
Meet one of Kieran Trippier’s parents – his lovely Dad, Chris Trippier.
To clarify, Kieran Trippier’s father’s occupation revolves around the cultivation, study of all types of trees, vines, shrubs, and other perennial woody plants.
This line of work, traditionally, was not highly lucrative, especially for a family with four boys. Chris and Eleanor faced considerable challenges in providing for their children.
Trippier himself grew up as the youngest son in the family. He has three older brothers: Chris, Curtis, and Kelvin. The boys spent their formative years in the village of Summerseat in Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester.
Growing up in this area implies something footballic. His parents, except Trippier, are all Manchester United Fans. This fact shaped his destiny, as explained below.
Kieran Trippier Biography Facts – Football Encounter:
As a young kid, Trippier became fond of football during his elementary school days. However, his parents held their grounds on the notion that “Education would come first, before sports”.
Having come from a humble family background, Trippier followed his parents’ wish to finish elementary education before taking football seriously. In his words;
“At a young age, I played for my local team, Seedfield. It was a good team, to be fair. Several players from that team ended up in different academies. I was one of about six players scouted by Manchester City when I was around eight years old.”
Kieran Trippier Bio – Early Career:
Unfortunately, despite being scouted by Manchester United, Kieran Trippier ultimately chose not to join the club.
“My dad really wanted me to go to United because he’s a huge Red – all my family are. But when I was younger, my dad could see that I was enjoying myself more at City.
“He didn’t put any pressure on me or anything. My family joked about it; they would have loved to see me at United. But I was happy with the route I took at City.”
During his formative years at Manchester City, Kieran Trippier opted to join their academy, influenced by the presence of friends and its proximity to his home. Initially playing as a central midfielder, he later transitioned to the right wing before ultimately settling into the role of right-back.
Throughout this period, his parents’ mantra of “Education First, Before Football” remained a guiding principle. Kieran continued to balance his studies with his growing passion for football while attending Woodhey High School in Ramsbottom.
His parents allowed him to mix both education and football at this time.
Trippier is always grateful for the assistance of his teachers and the cooperation of Woodhey’s school management, who granted him permission to mix football with academics.
“I was really close to my headmaster, Mr. Braidley,” Kieran recalled. “City used to pull me out of school two days a week to go and train. I got Tuesdays and Thursdays off school, but I think the headmaster saw potential in me and allowed it, so I was lucky in that respect.
I actually really enjoyed school. I was close with the teachers, and my three brothers went there too. I also loved doing athletics for my school. There was a significant cross-country event held at Heaton Park where all the local schools gathered, and I managed to win the long-distance running competition. Despite this achievement, football remained my top priority.”
Trippier progressed through the youth ranks at his club. While playing for the club, Trippier graduated from Woodhey High School in 2007. This was the same year he rounded up his Manchester United Youth career at the age of 17.
The Uncertainty:
Trippier became a regular in the reserved team after signing his first professional contract with Manchester City in 2007.
Back then, he also participated in team youth football duties despite being inducted into the club’s senior side.
One memorable time for him came when he led a team that won the FA Youth Cup in the 2007–08 season. Despite all these successes, there came a fear. It was the news of The Manchester City Takeover.
In the mid of July 2008, news of the Manchester City takeover broke out. This brought fear to Manchester City players, especially the younger ones, which Trippier was part of. The deal day happened on the 4th of August 2008.
Sheikh Mansour, one of football’s billionaires and wealthiest owners, with a family fortune of at least $1 trillion bought the club.
From that day on, Poor Trippier began to count his remaining days at the club have known that the new owner would instruct his manager to go for older and more experienced players in a bid to compete with United.
It was Kieran Trippier’s parents who advised their son to choose the loan option, which he did.
Kieran Trippier Biography Facts – Rise to Fame:
After enduring a lack of selection for more than a year, which finally confirmed what he had earlier feared for, Trippier decided to join Barnsley in February 2010 after he failed to make it to the Manchester City team.
The Breakthrough: He went on to make forty-one appearances for Barnsley in all competitions, scoring important goals and getting the award of the Young Player of the Year.
This was the time he got the nickname –Frodo because of his smallish look as he somehow resembles the Lord of the Rings Character.
In a bid to play for bigger clubs, Trippier had to join another club, Burnley first on loan before acquiring a permanent deal.
Just like Timothy Castagne, versatility became one of Kieran’s key strengths. While at the club, he won the Burnley Player of the Year award (2011-2012 season) for his impressive tackles and play.
Trippier again went on to put in an impressive performance in his second season with the club as he was among those in the list of English Championship PFA Team of the Year for the 2012–13 season.
He also received the same award the next season, thus leading Burnley to a promotion into the Premier League. This was when interest from Premiership big clubs started.
On 19 June 2015, Trippier signed for Tottenham under manager Mauricio Pochettino. As I update this Bio, Kieran has done unimaginable things in football.
He, alongside the likes of José Giménez, Renan Lodi, etc, were among those who helped Atletico Madrid win the 2020/2021 La Liga.
Now the rest, as they say, is now history.
Kieran Trippier Relationship Life with Charlotte Trippier:
All younger guys, at some point, fantasize about having a relationship with an older woman.
This is the case of Kieran Trippier and his former girlfriend-now-wife, Charlotte Trippier. Their relationship grew from best friend status to true love.
Both couples, after their secret wedding, decided to have a child. Speaking of the decision, Kieren said;
“I’ve been talking with the other guys here who have kids, and they’ve shared how it changed their lives. Charlotte and I are really excited to become parents.”
Trippier’s wife, Charlotte Trippier, delivered a child whom they named Jacob. Jacob even as a child is such an interesting character. We will tell you why in a statement soon. Below are both parents enjoying quality time with their son.
Speaking about the birth of Jacob as regards his parent’s perception, Trippier said;
“My family is really happy because I’m the youngest son, so it’s quite special for my parents. It’s a big responsibility for my wife and me, but I’m such a proud dad! When Jacob gets older, I’ll introduce him to football and hope he wants to play. However, I won’t push him; if he chooses a different path, that’s okay. But I do hope he becomes a footballer.”
Kieran Trippier Biography Facts -The Jacob Effect:
Kieren and his family are very close friends with the down-to-earth footballer, Harry Kane.
Speaking of such friendship, one would think the best pair is between the two footballers (Kieren and Harry).
However, judging from the photo below, a more natural friendship exists between Jacob Trippier (Kieren’s son) and Ivy Jane Kane (Hary’s daughter).
Now here comes the gist: Jacob Trippier was once said to be the famous kid when compared to children of Tottenham players and Premier League players at large.
This is because he has personally trended online with hundreds of tweets to his name, even making his dad more famous.
The trend started when Trippier shared one of his photos with Mauricio Pochettino on the pitch at Lane after a game.
Shockingly, Trippier’s young son Jacob seemed to have plenty of admiration for the manager. Jacob gave his Dad’s boss a priceless look as seen in the photo below.
Trippier reacted to his son’s trend saying;
“Yeah, a lot of people were tweeting me about that. Even the manager RETWeeTED HIMSELF, having a little bit of banter.”
Kieran Trippier Family Life:
Trippier is thankful to his parents for the sacrifices they made to help him get to the peak of his career. Having come from a poor family background, It was difficult for his parents when Trippier was younger.
Back then, it was seven days a week non-stop with Trippier and his brothers, namely; Chris, Curtis, and Kelvin.
His immediate elder brother, Kevin is commonly known by his mother’s surname of Lomax. Kevin, like his kid brother, ended up becoming a professional footballer.
Below are both brothers with little resemblance owing to the fact that they may be from different fathers.
The dedicated Trippier brothers show the diverse paths of one family’s passion.
Kevin enjoyed a good career in the English Football League with clubs like Oldham and Rochdale. He is a defender by football trade and four years older than his kid brother, Kieren. The rest of the brothers never made it in football.
Once upon a time, Kieren Tripper used to look up to Kelvin in terms of following in his footsteps in his quest to become a professional footballer, but a lot of credit goes to his mum and dad for helping them along.
Back then, in other to cover the expenses/cost of training, both parents would allow Trippier to train on Monday, Kevin Tuesday, Trippier Wednesday, Kevin Thursday, Trippier Saturday and finally, Kevin on Sunday.
Back then, Kieren Tripper’s dad was working away from home all the time in Scotland, as he did his best to earn as much money as a tree doctor.
At the end of the day, he could only afford little for the boys, even after his wife (Kieren Trippier’s Mum) had contributed.
The money was enough to provide upkeep allowance for the boys and in addition, buy football boots, shinguards and petrol.
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