Newcastle United are reportedly closing in on signing 22-year-old English goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley.

According to an update by reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle United are closing in on signing 22-year-old Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, and it remains to be seen whether they can wrap up the move quickly.

The Englishman was the best goalkeeper in the Championship last season, and he could prove to be an excellent addition for Newcastle. They need a long-term replacement for Nick Pope, and Trafford fits the profile.

Has shown his ability in the Championship, and he’s good enough for the Premier League as well. It will be interesting to see if he can hit the ground running at Newcastle. They are a big club and they have an ambitious project. They have been fighting for trophies recently. They managed to win the League Cup last season, and they have secured Champions League qualification for the next season as well. They have a talented squad at their disposal, and young players like Trafford will certainly improve further and fulfil their potential with them.

James Trafford will look to show his qualities

The Burnley star will look to establish himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League next season. It remains to be the situation develops. If Newcastle can sign him for a reasonable amount of money, the deal could look like a masterstroke in the long term.

Newcastle are one of the wealthiest clubs in the country, and they have an attractive project. They will be a tempting destination for players this summer. It will be interesting to see if they can bring in the necessary additions over the next few weeks. They will be competing in the Champions League next year, and they need a deeper squad with more quality in order to do well in the league and in Europe. Trafford will certainly help them improve regular football in the top flight could accelerate his development as well.

The move could be ideal for Newcastle as well as the player. It remains to be seen whether Burnley are prepared to let him move on. He has been an indispensable asset for them, and his departure will be a blow for the club.