According to a report by Graeme Bailey on TBR Football, Newcastle United are confident of sealing moves for James Trafford and Anthony Elanga next week. It will be interesting to see if they can get the two deals across the line.
Trafford was the best goalkeeper in the EFL Championship for Burnley last season, and he could be an excellent addition for Newcastle. He could be the ideal long-term replacement for Nick Pope. The opportunity to join Newcastle United will be quite exciting for the 22-year-old as well.
It would be a huge step up for him, and he will look to showcase his qualities in the Premier League. Newcastle United are among the biggest clubs in the country, and he will be able to offer him Champions League football. The Englishman will certainly look to sort out his transfer and make an impression with Newcastle next season.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United need more depth in their attacking unit as well. Anthony Elanga has done quite well for Nottingham Forest, and he could be an asset for Newcastle United. The Magpies will have to improve the attacking unit this summer. Anthony Gordon and Alexander Isak need more support in the final third.
Newcastle United cannot depend on just the two of them to get through the whole season. The Tyneside outfit will be competing in the Champions League as well, and they need a deeper squad with more quality. The Swedish international would be the ideal acquisition.
Elanga has proven himself in the Premier League, and he will look to test himself at a higher level. Newcastle United will be able to offer him European football and a platform to fight for trophies.
The move could be ideal for both players. It will be interesting to see if Newcastle United can improve their squad adequately and build on the impressive season they had last time out. The Magpies will be hoping to push for major trophies next season, and it remains to be seen how the situation develops.
