James Trafford completes medical ahead of Leeds United transfer
16 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:28 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
James Trafford has completed a medical with Leeds United, finalizing his move from Manchester City. The England goalkeeper's transfer is reportedly valued at a guaranteed £40 million, plus add-ons. After a season marked by limited playing time at City, Trafford seeks a primary role at Leeds. The deal follows City's pursuit of Gianluigi Donnarumma, which led to Trafford's position as second-choice keeper. Additional details regarding the transfer terms are expected soon.
- •James Trafford underwent a medical at Elland Road this week.
- •The transfer deal will bring Leeds a guaranteed £40 million plus add-ons.
- •Trafford spent his last season at Manchester City as a backup keeper.
- •He hopes to secure a more prominent role at Leeds United.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Trafford shrugs off 'point to prove' after record Leeds switch
- 7:28 AMYahoo Sports — 'It is going to be a lot of fun' - Trafford aims to rise above pressure
- 5:50 AMYahoo Sports — Leeds Confirm Record £40m Move For England Goalkeeper
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — Leeds confirm Trafford in record transfer
- 8:19 PMYahoo Sports — Trafford secures Leeds move as fourth-most expensive goalkeeper ever
- 7:06 PMESPN Soccer — Leeds complete Trafford signing from Man City
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — Trafford joins Leeds from Man City in potential £45m deal
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Leeds sign Trafford from Man City
"James Trafford said he does not care if he has a "point to prove" after joining Leeds from Manchester City in a move that makes him the most expensive British goalkeeper in history."I don't really care if I have a point to prove," he told LUTV. "I know my own abilities.
"Leeds United have agreed to sign goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City. The 23-year-old will move in a deal worth up to £45m having joined City from Burnley for £27m last summer. Manchester City have secured a 20% sell-on clause as part of the agreement.
""I don't really care if I have a point to prove," says Leeds United's newest signing James Trafford after sealing a club-record move to Elland Road, which also sets him apart as the most expensive British goalkeeper in history.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 2:15 PMTrafford shrugs off 'point to prove' after record Leeds switch
James Trafford said he does not care if he has a "point to prove" after joining Leeds from Manchester City in a move that makes him the most expensive British goalkeeper in history."I don't really care if I have a point to prove," he told LUTV. "I know my own abilities.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 7:28 AM'It is going to be a lot of fun' - Trafford aims to rise above pressure
"I don't really care if I have a point to prove," says Leeds United's newest signing James Trafford after sealing a club-record move to Elland Road, which also sets him apart as the most expensive British goalkeeper in history.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 5:50 AMLeeds Confirm Record £40m Move For England Goalkeeper
James Trafford to Leeds United: Record Goalkeeper Signing Reshapes Elland RoadLeeds United have made a statement of unusual clarity in the transfer market, committing an initial £40m to sign James Tr...
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:01 PMLeeds confirm Trafford in record transfer
Leeds United have announced othe signing of goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City. The goalkeeper arrives in a record transfer and sets off a real domino effect among goalkeepers in the Premi...
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 8:19 PMTrafford secures Leeds move as fourth-most expensive goalkeeper ever
Leeds have confirmed the signing of James Trafford from Manchester City for an undisclosed club record fee, reported to be £40 million ($53. 8 million) plus bonuses.
- ESPN SoccerAug 6, 2026, 7:06 PMLeeds complete Trafford signing from Man City
Leeds United have completed the signing of goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:32 PMTrafford joins Leeds from Man City in potential £45m deal
Leeds United sign Manchester City and England goalkeeper James Trafford in a deal worth up to £45m.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:30 PMLeeds sign Trafford from Man City
Leeds United have agreed to sign goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City. The 23-year-old will move in a deal worth up to £45m having joined City from Burnley for £27m last summer. Manchester City have secured a 20% sell-on clause as part of the agreement.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:25 PMMore departures expected to follow at Man City after Trafford’s Leeds move is confirmed
Leeds United have completed the signing of goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City in a deal worth an initial £40m, plus add-ons.The England international has signed a five-year contract at El...
- BBC SportAug 6, 2026, 6:04 PMTrafford joins Leeds from Man City in potential £45m deal
Leeds United sign Manchester City and England goalkeeper James Trafford in a deal worth up to £45m.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:00 PMMan City line up James Trafford replacement as Leeds pay record fee to solve goalkeeper woes
Trafford is joining Leeds for £45m, although City have inserted a 20 per cent sell-on clause and a matching rights option to re-sign him in the future should they wish
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 1:19 PMMan City goalkeeper Trafford completes medical ahead Leeds move
James Trafford has edged closer to a club-record move to Leeds after completing a medical at Elland Road, the Press Association understands. Leeds have agreed a £40 million ($53.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 12:40 PMLeeds target attacking signings after completing Trafford deal
Leeds United are closing in on confirming the signing of goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City.The 23-year-old has undergone his medical at the club ahead of completing a transfer worth £40m...
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 10:20 AMJames Trafford completes medical ahead of Manchester City exit
Leeds United and Manchester City are now putting the finishing touches on a deal for James Trafford.The England international goalkeeper has completed a medical at Elland Road across the course of the...
- Sky Sports—Leeds sign England goalkeeper Trafford for club-record fee
Leeds United have signed goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City in a club-record deal.
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