Leeds in talks to sign Man City keeper Trafford
Summary
Leeds United is negotiating to sign goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City. Trafford played 17 times for Manchester City last season and was part of England's 2022 World Cup squad.Key Facts
- Leeds wants to sign James Trafford to replace their goalkeepers Karl Darlow and Illan Meslier, who both left the club this summer.
- Trafford is an England international goalkeeper who played 17 games for Manchester City last season.
- He recently returned to Manchester City after a year with Burnley, where he made 73 appearances.
- Manchester City bought him back from Burnley for about £27 million plus extra fees.
- Trafford won two trophies last season: the Carabao Cup and the FA Cup.
- New clubs Newcastle and Aston Villa were also interested in signing him.
- Leeds currently has goalkeepers Lucas Perri and Alex Cairns, but Perri lost his place last season and did not play in the Premier League.
- Manchester City signed goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in September, which reduced Trafford’s playing time.
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