Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring Manchester City’s James Trafford ahead of a potential summer transfer, according to The Sun.
Spurs are preparing to lose Guglielmo Vicario, who is on his way to Inter Milan, prompting the North Londoners to re-enter the market for a new shot-stopper.
Per the report, the ‘incredible’ Trafford has emerged as a possible target for Tottenham after struggling for playing time at City.
Trafford joined City over the summer, thinking he would be number one, but was blindsided by the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The 23-year-old is looking for a new stomping ground and it could be the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The move is a win-win for all parties involved.
Tottenham desperately need a reliable presence between the sticks with Vicario failing to cover himself in glory.
Back-up goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky is short of confidence and needs to head out on loan to garner experience. Bringing in a new number one this summer has to be a priority for Spurs.
Trafford is an exciting target. He proved his mettle in the Championship last term with Burnley, where he played a key role in their promotion to the Premier League.
Trafford kept 29 clean sheets in 45 appearances, preventing 12.82 goals. This season, he has made only three league appearances but has recorded one shut-out and prevented 1.89 goals.
He will be eager to prove himself in the top-flight, and Tottenham, with Roberto De Zerbi at the helm, could prove the ideal destination for him.
However, it is worth noting that Tottenham are not alone in the race for Trafford’s signature.
Newcastle United came close to signing him before he joined City and might rekindle that interest this summer.
Aston Villa are also considering him as a replacement for Emiliano Martinez if the Argentine departs. Tottenham will need to move quickly to get their hands on the English goalkeeper.