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Eddie Howe's Newcastle had held a long-standing interest in Trafford and it is understood the player was "super excited" about the prospect of joining the Magpies, but talks over a fee became protracted.

During that time, she also found herself in an abusive relationship, the end of which triggered a protracted period of poor mental health.

Witchcraft has also featured prominently in conversations over the protracted dispute between the government and the family of the late President Edgar Lungu over his funeral.

It said at the time that after "protracted" talks, a number of factors influenced the move, including "the timing and reduction of the final offer compared to the previous government's proposal".

Now he in line to feature against Barcelona in the Champions League next week after completing a protracted £55m move from Brentford to Newcastle United.