Not playing at Man City 'horrendous' - Trafford
Summary
Goalkeeper James Trafford said limited playing time at Manchester City last season was difficult, though he valued the experience and the two trophies he won with the club. After moving to Leeds United for regular football, he said he hopes to become England’s first-choice goalkeeper.Key Facts
- Manchester City re-signed Trafford, an academy graduate, in July 2025 after he had played for Burnley.
- Gianluigi Donnarumma joined City less than six weeks later and became the club’s first-choice goalkeeper.
- Trafford started City’s first three matches of the campaign and made one more Premier League start in the next 35 games.
- Trafford started the League Cup and FA Cup finals, which City won.
- Trafford said his season at City helped him improve, despite periods of disappointment.
- He was in England’s squad for the 2026 World Cup but did not play.
- Trafford moved from City to Leeds United in a deal worth up to £45 million, a record fee for a British goalkeeper.
- Trafford said becoming England’s starting goalkeeper is a long-term aim.
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