Role planned for ‘brilliant ‘Newcastle player if 22-year-old target is signed

Newcastle United have been linked with a move for the Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford during the summer transfer window.

According to a report from The Athletic, they are hoping to keep John Ruddy at the club as well. The experienced goalkeeper has been quite useful for Newcastle behind the scenes, and the manager Eddie Howe has labelled him as a vital player for the club.

In February, he said: “John has been brilliant behind the scenes. He has fully embraced everything we’ve asked him to do. He’s at youth games. He’s really invested in trying to help people.

“Every player I’m sure he’s used his experience in some way. John has been a vital part of what we’ve done this year.”

Newcastle have plans for Ruddy

The report from The Athletic claims that Newcastle are hoping to keep him at the club as a potential role model for Trafford if they sign the 22-year-old this summer. They believe that Ruddy could help the young goalkeeper settle into life at the club.

It will be interesting to see if they can secure an agreement with the experienced goalkeeper to stay on. Newcastle are currently in contract talks with the goalkeeper, and it remains to be seen whether all parties can secure an agreement.