Nedum Onuoha has lavished praise on to James Trafford after his heroic display in the U-21 Euros final for England against Spain.
Speaking to BBC Sport, the former Manchester City defender gave his two cents on the 20-year-old.
Nedum Onuoha claimed that it has not been a surprise to him to witness James Trafford prove that he is well and truly a top prospect.
Nedum Onuoha raves about Manchester City youngster James Trafford
Cole Palmer has always believed in his club and national teammate as well, as he recently revealed that he always backed the highly-rated gem to become ‘world-class’ one day (via Manchester Evening News).
Even England U-21 manager Lee Carsley branded the Sky Blues sensation as ‘outstanding’, as he continues to be lauded by those that have really tuned in to his progress.
Nedum Onuoha is one of them, as he has said that it does not shock him one bit that James Trafford is proving his class.
“It won’t be a surprise to those who have followed his progress and knew he was a big, big prospect. But the fact he was able to have that moment means he is now a name that all of a sudden people are familiar with.”
“He said afterwards he felt ready to save that penalty and not many goalkeepers have the confidence or ability to be ready in such big moments.”
As a report claimed on Monday that James Trafford was set to sign for Burnley this week, Nedum Onuoha backed the move to be a success, briefly saying, “This feels like a really good move.”
James Trafford has well and truly silenced his doubters
When the youngster was linked with a £15 million move to Vincent Kompany’s men, many questioned why the club would even sign a goalkeeper that had only played in League One at club level.
Cut to the U-21 Euros final and those that were familiar with how gifted he is has always been like Nedum Onuoha remain unsurprised.
Trafford has silenced his sceptics in the best possible way; by doing his talking on the pitch.
