Reports are circulating that James Trafford is edging closer to a move back to Manchester City. The 22-year-old has been the subject of intense speculation this summer, with Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United retaining their strong interest from 12 months ago.

James Trafford is set for a return to Manchester City in a £27m deal, two years after he left to join Burnley. The goalkeeper conceded just 16 league goals with the Clarets last season and kept a Championship-best 30 clean sheets - equalling Port Vale's Football League record set 71 years ago.