Transfer negotiations are reportedly ongoing between Aston Villa and Manchester City over James Trafford, the highly-rated goalkeeper. The clubs are believed to be some way apart on valuation, but dialogue is open as they look to strike a deal ahead of the run-in. Unconfirmed reports suggest both sides are hopeful of finding a resolution in the coming days - with other interested clubs said to be circling. Aston Villa are still pushing to finalise terms. However, Liverpool, Brighton and Chelsea are still watching closely and may return with offers of their own. Defensively, Aston Villa are sitting around the league average this season, at 1.26 goals conceded per game. Someone like James Trafford could keep them steady but also raise the level when it matters most. Manchester City continue to be linked with Ibrahim Mbaye, Eli Kroupi Jr and Enzo Fernandez while Aston Villa are also rumoured to be tracking Bailey Rice, Youssouf Fofana and Curtis Jones. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.