Further complexity arises from Trafford’s past. Having sold him to Burnley in 2023, Manchester City inserted a buy-back clause reportedly worth £40 million. Sky Sports News reported that “Manchester ...

Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. Arne Slot's side are putting the finishing touches on a second bid - believed to be £78million plus add-ons - for the ...

But there has been progress with Hugo Ekitike, who was Newcastle's main target for this window. A bid has been sent to Frankfurt for him by the Reds and talks have turned into serious negotiations.

The latest from St James Park as Newcastle United look to secure their second major signing of the summer transfer window.

Magpies Ready to End Interest in Burnley’s James TraffordInterest in Trafford Cools as Newcastle Assess OptionsNewcastle ...