"Newcastle had a busy summer in terms of signings, but there could be more to come when the transfer window re-opens in January. The British record sale of Alexander Isak to Liverpool means that PSR will not be a problem, and given their struggles so far this season, it is expected that additions will be sought. One player that Newcastle tried to sign during the summer was James Trafford."
"The goalkeeper was heavily linked with a move to St James' Park, but in the end, he re-joined Man City after they reached an agreement with Burnley. However, his time back in Manchester is not going well, as he has struggled for minutes since Gianluigi Donnarumma arrived from PSG. Trafford is now said to be facing an uncertain future at Man City, and this has given Newcastle the chance to make up for their failed signing effort in the summer."
"According to TEAMtalk (via FootballFanCast), Newcastle are in talks with Trafford's representatives, as they seek to bring in the 23-year-old when the winter transfer window opens at the start of January. And despite interest from the likes of Tottenham and West Ham, it is believed that the goalkeeper would prefer to join up with Eddie Howe's squad. Newcastle's decision to move for Trafford during the summer is said to have given them the edge over the chasing pack at this stage."
Newcastle sold Alexander Isak to Liverpool, easing PSR constraints and prompting further transfer activity as the team seeks to address poor early-season form. James Trafford was a summer target and re-joined Manchester City from Burnley, but he has struggled for minutes since Gianluigi Donnarumma arrived from PSG. Trafford now faces an uncertain future at Manchester City and is reportedly keen to leave in January to boost his England World Cup chances. Newcastle have reopened talks with Trafford's representatives and are considered to have an edge over other suitors; signing him would add depth to their senior goalkeepers.
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