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Man City eyes Geronimo Rulli as replacement for James Trafford

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 7:35 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Man City eyes Geronimo Rulli as replacement for James Trafford
Summary

Manchester City is targeting Geronimo Rulli to replace goalkeeper James Trafford, who is set to join Leeds United. With Trafford leaving the Etihad Stadium, City aims to finalize a deal for Rulli ahead of the new season. Rulli, currently with Marseille, was successful in Ligue 1, keeping eight clean sheets in 29 appearances. Additionally, Manchester City is pursuing Ayyoub Bouaddi and a right-back to bolster their squad prior to the season's start, with Rodri's potential departure to Real Madrid adding urgency to the midfield situation.

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Key Details
  • •James Trafford set to leave Manchester City for Leeds United.
  • •Manchester City targets Geronimo Rulli from Marseille.
  • •Rulli recorded eight clean sheets in Ligue 1 last season.
  • •City also pursuing Ayyoub Bouaddi and a new right-back.
  • •Rodri likely to depart for Real Madrid.
Latest Updates
  • 7:35 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester City line up 34-year-old Gerónimo Rulli as experienced cover with Trafford set for club-record Leeds transfer
  • 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Man City want Geronimo Rulli to replace Leeds-bound James Trafford
What they're saying
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Manchester City are targeting a deal to re-sign veteran goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli to replace James Trafford.Trafford is nearing a move to Leeds United, who have agreed a club-record deal for the goalk...

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Manchester City are eyeing Geronimo Rulli to replace James Trafford, who is on his way out of the Etihad Stadium, according to transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano.The Cityzens need a new goalkeeper with...

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