James Trafford joins Leeds United in record transfer from Manchester City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
James Trafford has completed a transfer to Leeds United from Manchester City, becoming the club's record signing. The 23-year-old goalkeeper arrived at Leeds after a successful period at City, where he contributed to two major trophy wins in his final season. Trafford's impressive performance includes 29 clean sheets in 45 matches during a loan spell at Burnley. His transfer marks a historic moment, making him the most expensive British goalkeeper in history. Trafford previously excelled at various levels representing England, including a standout performance at the 2023 U21 European Championships.
- •Trafford joins Leeds from Manchester City in a club record transfer.
- •He made 17 appearances for City last season, winning two major trophies.
- •The transfer solidifies Trafford's status as the most expensive British goalkeeper.
- •He recorded 29 clean sheets in the Championship while at Burnley.
- •Trafford helped England U21s secure the European Championship trophy in 2023.
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Gallery: Trafford's City career in pictures
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Fact File: James Trafford
"Leeds United added more quality to their starting XI with the exciting addition of James Trafford, joining from Manchester City in a club record deal.The 23-year-old arrives in West Yorkshire on the b...
"Check out the best photos from James Trafford's time at City… Men's Team James Trafford joins Leeds United Our goalkeeper has left the Blues to join Leeds United after two spells at the Etihad.Arriv...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:06 PMGallery: Trafford's City career in pictures
Check out the best photos from James Trafford's time at City… Men's Team James Trafford joins Leeds United Our goalkeeper has left the Blues to join Leeds United after two spells at the Etihad.Arriv...
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:01 PMFact File: James Trafford
Leeds United added more quality to their starting XI with the exciting addition of James Trafford, joining from Manchester City in a club record deal.The 23-year-old arrives in West Yorkshire on the b...
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