Aston Villa are set to step up their pursuit of a Manchester City star in the summer transfer window, according to a report from Football Insider.
It's been an impressive season for the Villains as they look set to qualify for the Champions League while also being in the semi-final of the Europa League.
Unai Emery's side won't want to rest on what they've built, and they'll be looking to bring in further reinforcements when the window opens later this year.
The hierarchy at Villa Park will already be preparing for the summer transfer window, and they could attract a high level of player if they cement their place in the Champions League places.
With the season coming to an end, one position they could look to prioritise is between the sticks.
Aston Villa Eyeing Man City Star
James Trafford in action for Burnley
According to a report from Football Insider, Aston Villa are set to step up their pursuit of Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford ahead of the summer transfer window.
Emery is among those at Villa who see the England international as a ready-made replacement for Emi Martinez, who has been heavily linked with a departure.
Inter Milan are one of the sides showing an interest in Trafford ahead of the summer, and the Midlands club are expecting a bid from the Italian outfit.
Villa have made the right decision to start planning for Martinez's departure, with Trafford clearly eyed as one of their main targets to replace him.
Trafford The Ideal Martinez Replacement
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez apologises after 5-1 defeat v Newcastle
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez apologises after 5-1 defeat v Newcastle
Trafford has had an unfortunate season at Man City, joining the club just before Pep Guardiola signed Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The former Burnley goalkeeper was then demoted to second choice, and he struggled to make an impact ever since, except for in cup competitions.
Trafford, described as world-class by former Burnley manager Scott Parker, is one of England's best up-and-coming goalkeepers and could be the ideal replacement for Martinez.
At the age of 23, Trafford is yet to reach his full potential, but he is already a goalkeeper who is capable of playing at Premier League level to a strong standard.