Newcastle United are looking beyond Nick Pope’s shaky form and are considering a fresh start at the back. The club’s recruitment team has shortlisted James Trafford, Robin Risser and Bart Verbruggen, seeking a goalkeeper who can command the defense and initiate attacks. newsindata.com
With a groin injury and distribution concerns denting Pope’s reputation, the club’s focus has shifted to a keeper capable of modern build‑up play. This signals a significant change in Eddie Howe’s squad strategy ahead of the summer window.
