Leeds United pursue Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 1:07 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Leeds United is targeting James Trafford of Manchester City as they seek a new goalkeeper following Illan Meslier's departure. The club's interest comes after an unsuccessful bid for Japanese keeper Zion Suzuki. Sources indicate discussions have commenced between Leeds and Manchester City regarding Trafford. He served as a backup goalkeeper last season, starting 17 games and keeping eight clean sheets. With Trafford potentially leaving, Manchester City would rely on Marcus Bettinelli as their sole backup.
- •Leeds United looks for a new goalkeeper this summer.
- •Illan Meslier left for Arsenal on a free transfer.
- •Zion Suzuki was a previous target but failed to secure a deal.
- •Discussions for James Trafford are underway between the clubs.
- •Trafford recorded eight clean sheets in 17 starts last season.
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"Leeds United are in talks to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, BBC Sport reports. The England international could leave the Etihad just a year after returning there.Newcastle and Aston V...
"In a recent report, Sky Sports claimed that Manchester City keeper James Trafford is on the radar of Leeds United this off-season. It has been mentioned that the Whites are in talks with the Mancunian...
"Leeds United are pushing to complete one of the biggest signings of their summer by bringing Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford to Elland Road. According to talkSPORT, Leeds are already in ‘...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 10:15 AMLeeds in talks with Man City for goalkeeper James Trafford
Leeds United are in talks to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, BBC Sport reports. The England international could leave the Etihad just a year after returning there.Newcastle and Aston V...
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 7:35 AMLeeds in advanced talks to sign Man City goalkeeper James Trafford
Leeds United are pushing to complete one of the biggest signings of their summer by bringing Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford to Elland Road. According to talkSPORT, Leeds are already in ‘...
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