James Trafford reflects on transfer from Manchester City to Leeds United
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 7:27 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
James Trafford discussed his move to Leeds United following struggles at Manchester City last season. He emphasized the importance of regular play for his mental wellbeing. The goalkeeper's transfer was motivated by a need for more match experience, which he felt was crucial after limited opportunities at City.
- •Trafford opened up about struggles at Manchester City last season.
- •He transferred to Leeds United for more regular playing time.
- •The move was driven by a focus on mental wellbeing.
- 7:27 AMBBC Sport — I had to play regularly for my mental wellbeing - Trafford on summer move
- 7:16 AMYahoo Sports — Not playing at Man City 'horrendous' - Trafford
- 7:16 AMBBC Sport — Not playing at Man City 'horrendous' - Trafford
"James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" and left him with no choice but to leave the club and join Leeds United in the summer.
"James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" and left him with no choice but to leave the club and join Leeds United in the summer.
"Leeds United's James Trafford opens up on his struggles at Manchester City last season that were behind his summer transfer.
Sources
External links- BBC SportNov 7, 2026, 7:27 AMI had to play regularly for my mental wellbeing - Trafford on summer move
Leeds United's James Trafford opens up on his struggles at Manchester City last season that were behind his summer transfer.
- Yahoo SportsNov 7, 2026, 7:16 AMNot playing at Man City 'horrendous' - Trafford
James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" and left him with no choice but to leave the club and join Leeds United in the summer.
- BBC SportNov 7, 2026, 7:16 AMNot playing at Man City 'horrendous' - Trafford
James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" and left him with no choice but to leave the club and join Leeds United in the summer.
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