“This is big for Newcastle if they can get away with it.” Kenny told Football Insider.
“He has been linked with a move back to England a couple of times now. He’s been away for a couple of seasons and he’s done really well in Spain.
“Obviously, he won the title and he seems to have impressed a lot of the fans over there. It’s no surprise really because he’s a top talent.
“I really like him, always have. His crossing is top-drawer, and his free kicks are amazing too. He’s a proper specialist when it comes to those two.”
Newcastle have been linked with a January move for the right-back who formerly played under Eddie Howe at Burnley.
Trippier is currently on the books at Spanish giants Atletico Madrid.
5. Hall makes decision
Young midfielder George Hall has decided he wants to stay at Birmingham City despite interest from a number of Premier League clubs including Leeds United, Brighton, and Southampton. (The Sun) (Photo by PETER POWELL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: PETER POWELL
6. Aubameyang opens up on Spurs talks
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has revealed he came close to signing for Tottenham five years before he joined Arsenal, but insists he would never cross the north London divide now. (Sky Sports) (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Photo: Ryan Pierse
7. Swift in demand
Leeds United are plotting a bid to sign Reading midfielder John Swift in January. Burnley and Wolves are also keen. (The Star) (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) Photo: Richard Heathcote
8. Rabiot opens up on Toon links
Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot says he is happy at Juventus amid rumours over a move to Newcastle United. (Corriere dello Sport) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: FRANCK FIFE