Plenty of people, perhaps even Trafford himself, felt being first choice at City was inevitable when he was rising through the ranks in Manchester. He had long been tipped for the top and the 22-year-old has always had faith and confidence in his ability in a way that goalkeepers often do. Think Joe Hart or Jordan Pickford.

Scott Parker has suggested Burnley will look to replace James Trafford should the in-demand goalkeeper complete his move away from the club.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Man City have agreed a deal with Burnley to re-sign Trafford for a fee under the value of his £40m buy-back clause that was inserted when he move to Turf Moor two years ago.