Leeds United are in discussions to acquire Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, who recently returned to City after a spell at Burnley. This move comes as Leeds seeks a replacement for departing goalkeepers Karl Darlow and Illan Meslier.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri, awarded the Golden Ball after captaining Spain to a World Cup win, faces potential back surgery that could sideline him for the season's start. His contract expires next June, adding uncertainty to his future amid Real Madrid interest.
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Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford has described his return to the club from Burnley as a 'big learning experience' that 'hasn't been the best possible outcome'. The 23-year-old started as first choice in the opening three Premier League games but has since been relegated to cup competitions after Pep Guardiola signed Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma in September. Trafford, who kept a clean sheet in City's Carabao Cup final win over Arsenal, is expected to start Saturday's FA Cup semi-final against Southampton and is targeting a place in this summer's World Cup squad.
James Trafford says he is focused on "winning each day" but admits he has not had "the best possible outcome" as Manchester City's second-choice goalkeeper behind Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Premier League clubs are active in the summer transfer market with Manchester City considering a move for Chelsea's Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, while Aston Villa explore James Trafford as a potential replacement for Emiliano Martinez. Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Real Madrid are tracking AC Milan's Rafael Leao, valued at £60m, while Nottingham Forest look to sign Celtic's Arne Engels after a £25m bid was rejected.
