James Trafford reacts to Maxime Esteve’s message amid Burnley exit claim
Maxime Esteve had a message for the Burnley supporters amid speculation surrounding his future at the club.
Burnley strengthened their push for automatic promotion with a 2-1 comeback win over Watford on 18 April, keeping pace with Leeds as both sides continue their battle at the top.
Watford took an early lead through Mamadou Doumbia, but goals from Zian Flemming and Josh Brownhill turned the game on its head.
Watford ended the match with nine men, and former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett told Football Insider that Moussa Sissoko’s red card was inevitable after a provoked reaction led to his dismissal.
Esteve impressed once again at the heart of Burnley’s defence, continuing a string of standout performances that have attracted interest from the Premier League.
Football Insider revealed that Crystal Palace and Everton are both monitoring Esteve ahead of a potential summer move.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, the defender shared a message with Burnley fans following the win–one that drew plenty of reactions from his teammates.
Maxime Esteve targeted as potential Jarrad Branthwaite replacement at Everton
Esteve shared a message with Burnley supporters after their comeback win over Watford, posting images from the victory alongside the number ‘30’ and a purple heart emoji.
Teammates were quick to react, with James Trafford simply commenting “Steve” while Jaidon Anthony, CJ Egan-Riley, and former winger Wilson Odobert also showed appreciation by liking the post.
Esteve has played a crucial role in Burnley’s remarkable defensive run this season. The Clarets have kept 29 clean sheets, setting a new record for the most in a single Championship season, and are just one away from equalling the all-time Football League record of 30, held by Port Vale since the 1953-54 campaign.
His commanding displays at the back have caught the attention of David Moyes’ side, with Football Insider revealing that Everton are considering Esteve as a potential replacement for Jarrad Branthwaite, who continues to be linked with a summer exit.
| Burnley’s next three matches | Date |
| Burnley vs Sheffield United | 21 April |
| QPR vs Burnley | 26 April |
| Burnley vs Millwall | 3 May |
James Trafford could join Maxime Esteve in Burnley exit
Esteve isn’t the only Burnley player being eyed for a move away. Their goalkeeper is also attracting serious interest, with Football Insider revealing that Newcastle are preparing an offer for Trafford as they look to secure a long-term replacement for Nick Pope.
With the Magpies pushing for European qualification, their potential return to Champions League football could be a tempting prospect for Trafford.
Despite the growing interest in their defensive stars, Burnley remain focused on their promotion charge. They sit joint-top of the table with Leeds on 91 points, occupying one of the two automatic promotion spots as the Championship season enters its final stretch.