Newcastle United are allegedly considering offers for England international custodian Nick Pope during the summer transfer window.
According to Football Insider, Newcastle United are considering a goalkeeping shake-up this summer, perhaps leading to Pope’s departure from St. James’ Park after three seasons as a regular.
Mick Brown, an ex-Premier League scout with experience at Sunderland and Manchester United, revealed that Newcastle are looking to add a younger custodian to their squad.
Newcastle United ‘open to proposals’ for Nick Pope.
Newcastle United custodian Nick Pope made his first appearance after recovering from a knee injury sustained after a 4-2 loss to Brentford in early December, beginning in a 4-3 win over Nottingham Forest.
Callum Hudson-Odoi opened the scoring by stroking the ball into the bottom corner from the edge of the box, prompting criticism of the 32-year-old’s location.
Adam Cleary, a reporter for FourFourTwo, commented on X about Nick Pope’s goal positioning, saying it’s absurd. “It’s like something from Football Aid.”
Pope was far from his best in Nottingham Forest’s triumph, but it was his first start in several months after being sidelined. However, this is not the first time the ex-Burnley custodian has faced criticism this season.
In reality, prior to his injury in December, when Martin Dubravka was given a chance in the first team, Pope was chastised by some fans for giving the ball away needlessly from goal kicks and, at times, passing up possession to the opponent due to poor pass back distribution.
Pope’s talent with the ball at his feet has come under increased scrutiny since his shoulder injury, prompting calls from some fans for the club to sign a younger custodian with better ball-handling skills.
James Trafford, a young Burnley player, has been extensively linked. The Magpies attempted to buy the 22-year-old last June but were unable to agree on a deal, with the Clarets holding out for about £20 million, according to Newcastle World.
However, interest has not waned, and after seeing the ex-Manchester City player save two penalties against Sunderland and go 12 games without allowing a goal, the club is expected to make another approach for the highly rated young shot-stopper.
“Newcastle agreed personal terms with James Trafford since summer 2024, and the verbal pact is still valid,” wrote Fabrizio Romano on X, claiming the Magpies only need to agree on a fee with Burnley to complete the transfer.
Newcastle could look to hit with their daring James Trafford exchange offer.
Newcastle have picked James Trafford as their future No. 1, and the player is also expected to succeed Jordan Pickford at England level.
Trafford, who played opposite Anthony Gordon in England’s Under-21 Euro winning team, went the entire tournament without conceding a goal, including a crucial penalty save against Spain in the final.
Scott Parker, the teenage keeper’s manager, believes he has the potential to reach the pinnacle of his profession. “I have nothing but good things to say about James,” remarked the former Newcastle captain. “When I initially got in, there were some problems, and he was coming off a terrible season last year as a young guy entering that division. But this is a remarkable keeper with enormous potential. You can see their confidence. He believes in himself, and in order to reach that top level, you must have that particular belief and arrogance. He has that, and he backs it up.
Newcastle United are preparing for another shake-up in the goalkeeping department.
Newcastle United are allegedly considering offers for England international custodian Nick Pope during the summer transfer window.
According to Football Insider, Newcastle United are considering a goalkeeping shake-up this summer, perhaps leading to Pope’s departure from St. James’ Park after three seasons as a regular.
Mick Brown, an ex-Premier League scout with experience at Sunderland and Manchester United, revealed that Newcastle are looking to add a younger custodian to their squad.
Newcastle United ‘open to proposals’ for Nick Pope.
Newcastle United custodian Nick Pope made his first appearance after recovering from a knee injury sustained after a 4-2 loss to Brentford in early December, beginning in a 4-3 win over Nottingham Forest.
Callum Hudson-Odoi opened the scoring by stroking the ball into the bottom corner from the edge of the box, prompting criticism of the 32-year-old’s location.
Adam Cleary, a reporter for FourFourTwo, commented on X about Nick Pope’s goal positioning, saying it’s absurd. “It’s like something from Football Aid.”
Pope was far from his best in Nottingham Forest’s triumph, but it was his first start in several months after being sidelined. However, this is not the first time the ex-Burnley custodian has faced criticism this season.
In reality, prior to his injury in December, when Martin Dubravka was given a chance in the first team, Pope was chastised by some fans for giving the ball away needlessly from goal kicks and, at times, passing up possession to the opponent due to poor pass back distribution.
Pope’s talent with the ball at his feet has come under increased scrutiny since his shoulder injury, prompting calls from some fans for the club to sign a younger custodian with better ball-handling skills.
James Trafford, a young Burnley player, has been extensively linked. The Magpies attempted to buy the 22-year-old last June but were unable to agree on a deal, with the Clarets holding out for about £20 million, according to Newcastle World.
However, interest has not waned, and after seeing the ex-Manchester City player save two penalties against Sunderland and go 12 games without allowing a goal, the club is expected to make another approach for the highly rated young shot-stopper.
“Newcastle agreed personal terms with James Trafford since summer 2024, and the verbal pact is still valid,” wrote Fabrizio Romano on X, claiming the Magpies only need to agree on a fee with Burnley to complete the transfer.
Newcastle could look to hit with their daring James Trafford exchange offer.
Newcastle have picked James Trafford as their future No. 1, and the player is also expected to succeed Jordan Pickford at England level.
Trafford, who played opposite Anthony Gordon in England’s Under-21 Euro winning team, went the entire tournament without conceding a goal, including a crucial penalty save against Spain in the final.
Scott Parker, the teenage keeper’s manager, believes he has the potential to reach the pinnacle of his profession. “I have nothing but good things to say about James,” remarked the former Newcastle captain. “When I initially got in, there were some problems, and he was coming off a terrible season last year as a young guy entering that division. But this is a remarkable keeper with enormous potential. You can see their confidence. He believes in himself, and in order to reach that top level, you must have that particular belief and arrogance. He has that, and he backs it up.
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Burnley, who are solidly in the running for promotion back to the top tier, will be anxious to maintain their custodian if they seal their place in the top flight. One prospective candidate for a move to the North East is a custodian who is familiar with the area and has already helped stabilise the team in the top-flight. Nicholas Pope.
Pope has played 155 games for Burnley and has demonstrated his ability to control his penalty area and thrive in a relegation battle. He is familiar with the area, is well-liked by Turf Moor fans, and at 32, he still has a few years remaining at the top level.
He still wants to be the first choice custodian at whatever club he plays for next year, and if he isn’t part of Newcastle’s long-term plans, it may be worth offering Burnley a player-plus-cash deal to attract Trafford to St James’ Park.
Burnley, who are solidly in the running for promotion back to the top tier, will be anxious to maintain their custodian if they seal their place in the top flight. One prospective candidate for a move to the North East is a custodian who is familiar with the area and has already helped stabilise the team in the top-flight. Nicholas Pope.
Pope has played 155 games for Burnley and has demonstrated his ability to control his penalty area and thrive in a relegation battle. He is familiar with the area, is well-liked by Turf Moor fans, and at 32, he still has a few years remaining at the top level.
He still wants to be the first choice custodian at whatever club he plays for next year, and if he isn’t part of Newcastle’s long-term plans, it may be worth offering Burnley a player-plus-cash deal to attract Trafford to St James’ Park.
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