Newcastle United are reportedly keen on signing 21-year-old Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, a target for Chelsea and Liverpool.
Newcastle United recently submitted an offer to sign James Trafford. And a report from TEAMtalk has claimed that the Magpies are currently in talks with Burnley to seal the transfer. Chelsea and Liverpool also want the 21-year-old.
The goalkeeper is reportedly valued at £20 million, and it remains to be seen whether the two clubs can reach an agreement soon. He has been linked with Chelsea and Liverpool as well.
James Trafford is highly rated in English football, and he has a bright future. He could prove to be a solid long-term investment for Newcastle. The Magpies are looking to add more quality and depth to their goalkeeping department. Trafford will be expected to compete with Nick Pope for the starting spot next season.
Chelsea and Liverpool want to sign James Trafford
The opportunity to play in the Premier League will be quite attractive for the young goalkeeper, and he is likely to be attracted to the idea of joining the Magpies. Meanwhile, Chelsea and Liverpool could use goalkeeping reinforcements as well.
Robert Sanchez has been quite underwhelming this past season, and Chelsea are looking to replace him. They have been linked with other goalkeepers, including Emiliano Martinez, as well. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea can sign James Trafford this summer.
Similarly, Liverpool need a quality backup option and a possible replacement for Caoimhin Kelleher. The Irish goalkeeper needs to leave the club to play regularly, and Liverpool need a substitute. Trafford should prove to be a solid acquisition for them.
The opportunity to join clubs like Chelsea or Liverpool will be quite attractive for the young goalkeeper. But he needs to join a team where he will get regular game time. He might not start regularly for Liverpool, especially with Alisson Becker at the club.
At Chelsea or Newcastle, he will have a far better chance of playing regularly. The young goalkeeper must prioritise his development and join a club where he will get ample exposure. Sitting on the bench at a big club is not going to benefit him at this stage of his career. It will be interesting to see if Newcastle can beat the competition from Chelsea and Liverpool to sign the goalkeeper this summer.
