Leeds in Talks to Sign Manchester City Goalkeeper James Trafford
Quick Look
- 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.
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Why It Matters
Leeds are actively seeking a new goalkeeper following the departures of Karl Darlow and Illan Meslier this summer. James Trafford recently returned to Manchester City after a successful loan spell at Burnley.
Leeds are in talks to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford.
The England international could leave the Etihad this summer just a year after returning.
Newcastle and Aston Villa both held an interest in him this summer, although Villa now expect Emi Martinez to stay at the club.
Leeds are looking for a new goalkeeper after Karl Darlow and Illan Meslier left Elland Road this summer.
Goalkeepers Lucas Perri and Alex Cairns remain on the books but Perri lost his place to Darlow in the second half of last season and did not play in the Premier League after a 4-3 defeat to Newcastle on 7 January.
Trafford, who was part of England's World Cup squad this summer but did not play, played 17 times for City last season - four times in the Premier League - after returning to the Etihad from Burnley and won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
He started his career at City, having loan spells at Accrington and Bolton, before leaving for Burnley in 2023.
Trafford made 73 appearances for the Clarets before City activated their buy back option last summer for £27m plus add ons.
What to Watch
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James Trafford will leave Manchester City this summer.
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Open Questions
- Will James Trafford sign for Leeds?
- What will be the transfer fee for Trafford?
