Newcastle United expresses renewed interest in James Trafford from Manchester City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Newcastle United is reportedly re-engaging with Manchester City regarding James Trafford, who seeks more playing time. Currently second to Gianluigi Donnarumma at City, Trafford has been in a backup role, participating in only 17 matches last season. Newcastle previously attempted to sign Trafford before he moved to City from Burnley. The two clubs have initiated fresh talks; however, formal negotiations have not yet begun, and Trafford is expected to make a decision on his future after the World Cup.
- •Newcastle United shows renewed interest in James Trafford.
- •Trafford is currently a backup at Manchester City.
- •He played 17 matches last season, mostly in cup competitions.
- •Newcastle previously tried to sign him from Burnley.
- •Trafford plans to decide after the World Cup.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Eddie Howe targets James Trafford again with Newcastle planning fresh move for sidelined Man City keeper
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle revive interest in Man City’s James Trafford
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle reignite transfer interest in Manchester City’s James Trafford
"Eddie Howe had hoped to sign Trafford from Burnley last summer, but saw a pursuit fall through as the shot-stopper opted for Manchester City.Trafford's transfer to the Etihad has not worked out as hop...
"James Trafford faces a summer transfer dilemma over his future in club football this summer.The Englishman is currently second-choice to Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Etihad Stadium, and is believed to ...
"Newcastle United have renewed their interest in Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford as Eddie Howe’s side continue to assess options between the posts ahead of the new season.The Magpies have l...
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 3:00 PMEddie Howe targets James Trafford again with Newcastle planning fresh move for sidelined Man City keeper
Eddie Howe had hoped to sign Trafford from Burnley last summer, but saw a pursuit fall through as the shot-stopper opted for Manchester City.Trafford's transfer to the Etihad has not worked out as hop...
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 2:35 PMNewcastle revive interest in Man City’s James Trafford
Newcastle United have renewed their interest in Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford as Eddie Howe’s side continue to assess options between the posts ahead of the new season.The Magpies have l...
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 2:05 PMNewcastle reignite transfer interest in Manchester City’s James Trafford
James Trafford faces a summer transfer dilemma over his future in club football this summer.The Englishman is currently second-choice to Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Etihad Stadium, and is believed to ...
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