"It has obviously been very up and down throughout the season because I haven't played too much and obviously I had a decision to make in the summer. Even linking to this season, one of the things I have found hard because I haven't played, as in playing games as much as I have wanted to. The whole thing, for me, is just enjoying playing and trying as hard as you can to win. I am playing well, it has been really good fun. It feels lovely, I really enjoy playing and whenever I do play I try and really enjoy myself."
"Trafford has revealed that he's trying to make the most of any opportunities that come his way, but he is not best pleased with the role of a squad player. He wants to play more often, and it remains to be seen whether Newcastle is prepared to make a move for him."
"According to a report from the Shields Gazette, they remain interested in signing the 23-year-old goalkeeper in the summer. They need a quality long-term replacement for Nick Pope, and Trafford could prove to be an exceptional acquisition. He was outstanding in the championship with Burnley last season, and he has the quality to play regularly at a high level in the Premier League as well."
"Moving to Newcastle could be ideal for him. Regular football could bring out the best in the player and help him cement his place in the England national team. It will be interesting to see if Manchester City is willing to sanction his departure in the summer. They have a world-class goalkeeper in Gianluigi Donnarumma, and Trafford will struggle for regular opportunities next season as well."
James Trafford, a 23-year-old goalkeeper, has had limited opportunities at Manchester City and described the season as up and down because he has not played as much as he wanted. He said he is trying to make the most of any chances, enjoying playing when he gets minutes and working hard to win. Trafford is not satisfied with a squad-player role and wants to play more often. Newcastle United are reported to remain interested in signing him in the summer, needing a quality long-term replacement for Nick Pope. Trafford previously performed strongly for Burnley in the Championship and could benefit from regular Premier League football and potential England national-team opportunities.
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