Manchester City has reactivated its buy-back clause for goalkeeper James Trafford, bringing him back for £27 million after his transfer to Burnley in 2023. This news negatively impacts Newcastle United, who viewed Trafford as a potential successor to Nick Pope. Their summer transfer window has been disappointing, with key targets like Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Bryan Mbeumo opting for other clubs. Additionally, uncertainty surrounds Ederson's future as he contemplates leaving Manchester City amidst interest from Galatasaray just under a year before his contract expires.
Manchester City has triggered Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford's buy-back clause for a fee of £27million, after he initially left for Turf Moor in 2023.
Newcastle has long been interested in Trafford as a potential successor to Nick Pope, making his transfer to City a significant blow for the club.
The summer transfer window is proving challenging for Newcastle, as other targets such as Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Bryan Mbeumo have chosen different clubs.
Former City keeper Nicky Weaver believes that Ederson may soon leave the club, especially as he has less than a year remaining on his contract.
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