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By Matthew Cooper Kieran Trippier insists he is “100 percent committed” to Newcastle following Bayern Munich’s failed attempt to sign the defender. Bayern are in the market for a new right-back and were keen on a move for Tripper, who would have linked up with his former Tottenham teammates Harry Kane and Eric Dier at the Allianz Arena. However, Newcastle rejected an improved bid of £13million and Bayern decided to end their interest. And speaking to BBC Radio Newcastle following his side’s 2-0 win over Fulham in the fourth round of the FA Cup, Trippier reaffirmed his commitment to the cause. …

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