Newcastle United Pursues Burnley Goalkeeper Trafford

Newcastle United is shifting its focus in the transfer market, moving away from Chelsea's Noni Madueke and considering other winger options, including Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga. The club has also renewed interest in Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, having previously seen a £16million bid rejected, with the asking price set at around £20million. Trafford, who has struggled for game time at Burnley, is viewed as a key addition to compete with Nick Pope, although any deal may depend on the departure of current goalkeepers like Martin Dubravka. Newcastle is also prioritizing the acquisition of a centre-back, specifically pursuing Marc Guehi, while the situation with Trafford remains uncertain. Kieran Trippier is reportedly seeking a new challenge, but manager Eddie Howe considers him an integral part of the squad. As the transfer deadline approaches, Newcastle's strategy will center on optimizing their squad while managing potential outgoing transfers.