James Trafford signs record deal with Leeds ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:02 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
James Trafford has joined Leeds United from Manchester City in a club-record transfer deal. The 23-year-old goalkeeper, who has been capped twice by England, expressed excitement about contributing to Leeds’ efforts to continue their upward trajectory in the Premier League. Traffords' previous experience includes a strong season with Burnley, where he faced Leeds closely in the Championship. As he acclimates to his new club, Trafford aims to build team chemistry and help elevate Leeds' performance this season.
- •James Trafford becomes Leeds' record transfer from Manchester City.
- •The 23-year-old previously played for Burnley in the Championship.
- •Trafford aims to help Leeds build on last season's progress.
- •He expressed enthusiasm for the energy and passion at Elland Road.
- •The goalkeeper has twice represented England in international competition.
- 6:02 PMYahoo Sports — James Trafford: It is just going to be a lot of fun
"It was a heartwarming moment as former Whites goalkeeper Nigel Martyn took to the Elland Road pitch, grinning as he met the club’s latest addition James Trafford. It was back in 1996 Martyn made the...
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