Chelsea plotting summer season switch for Manchester Metropolis goalkeeper James Trafford

Chelsea had been overwhelmed 3-0 by Manchester Metropolis final weekend within the Premier League and with 4 defeats of their final 5 outings within the English prime flight, issues concerning a Champions League place for subsequent season are beginning to develop.

A defensive revamp is believed to be on the playing cards and it might even embrace a goalkeeper’s signing. Robert Sanchez has been removed from adequate for a lot of the marketing campaign, whereas Filip Jorgensen can also be not a really prime quality shot-stopper.

Simon Phillips has reported that Chelsea are pondering over a swoop for Manchester Metropolis goalkeeper James Trafford, who is predicted to go away the Etihad Stadium simply 12 months after becoming a member of the Sky Blues from Burnley.

The Englishman misplaced his place at Metropolis virtually instantly after becoming a member of as Gianluigi Donnarumma additionally arrived on the membership, and as he bids to reignite his profession after a strong Championship marketing campaign in 2024/25, the Blues have emerged as a attainable vacation spot.

Trafford an amazing signing for Chelsea

James Trafford can be an excellent acquisition for Chelsea. At a valuation of solely £20 million on Transfermarkt, he may not price the membership a lot contemplating how much less he has performed in the previous couple of months, however his qualities and potential stay very excessive.

He’s recognized for his composure when taking part in the ball out from the again and a commanding presence within the field. At practically six and a half ft tall, he covers the goal-post comfortably and can also be in a position to deal with crosses into the field safely.

Apart from Chelsea, there’s additionally curiosity in his providers from Tottenham Hotspur however given their poor Premier League type coupled with a threat of relegation to the Championship, they’re unlikely to be a powerful contender for Trafford’s signing over the Blues.