Spurs eyeing James Trafford as Guglielmo Vicario nears Inter Milan transfer

Tottenhams primary goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is advancing in negotiations for a summer transfer to Inter Milan, prompting the club to plan his successor.

They could opt to retain Antonin Kinsky should they fail in their bid to avoid relegation and end up in the Championship.

Yet if Spurs secure their place in the Premier League, they plan to pursue a deal for Trafford.

Manchester City insiders currently view a full transfer as potentially difficult. Although Gianluigi Donnarumma holds the starting spot at the Etihad Stadium, Trafford is still considered a top prospect.

City appear reluctant to entertain offers for the goalkeeper, acquired for £27 million from Burnley in the previous summer window.

Within the club, there is confidence that the 23 year old might develop into their future primary keeper.

That said, Trafford evidently feels discontent with his limited appearances this campaign and may seek opportunities elsewhere.

According to sources at Flashscore, a temporary loan arrangement for the upcoming season could materialise.

This approach would address the keepers frustration over scarce playing opportunities, while enabling City to position him as a successor to Donnarumma.

Over the last six months, Tottenham has been surveying potential new goalkeepers, though efforts are currently paused amid their struggle to determine next seasons competition level.