Overview
- Multiple outlets report Trafford is prioritising a summer switch to Aston Villa over Newcastle, with the chance to work under Unai Emery and possible Champions League football cited as factors.
- Newcastle are again monitoring the goalkeeper ahead of the next window after missing out last summer, according to talkSPORT reporting cited by Yahoo Sports.
- Trafford told BBC Sport the season was not what he expected and said he did not foresee Donnarumma’s signing, adding he is working hard and keeping his options open for the summer.
- He rejoined Manchester City from Burnley last summer in a deal reported at around £27 million after a near-move to Newcastle that The Telegraph says he discussed openly with players and Alan Shearer.
- Trafford has made 11 appearances this season with three in the league, featuring mainly in cups and playing a central role in City’s run to the 2026 Carabao Cup Final.