Manchester City evaluates goalkeeping options and Rodri's future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 6:02 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Manchester City faces key decisions for the 2026-27 season, particularly regarding the first-choice goalkeeper position and the future of midfielder Rodri. Enzo Maresca must choose between James Trafford, who excelled last season, and Gianluigi Donnarumma, the Italian national team captain. Trafford played a vital role in securing the FA Cup and Carabao Cup victories. Meanwhile, Rodri, entering the final year of his contract and linked to a possible move to Real Madrid, has not yet signed a new deal. City hopes to retain him for the upcoming season, especially after his significant impact on the team's performance last year.
- •Maresca must decide between Trafford and Donnarumma for starting goalkeeper.
- •Trafford was instrumental in winning two major trophies last season.
- •Rodri is linked with Real Madrid and has yet to sign a new contract.
- •City aims to retain Rodri for the upcoming season.
- 6:02 AMYahoo Sports — Goalkeeping options and Rodri's future
"Dave asked: Should City keep James Trafford and sell Gianluigi Donnarumma? Shamoon: Who will be number-one goalkeeper is one of the key questions facing Enzo Maresca. Trafford did not put a foot wrong when he was called upon last season, playing a starring role in winning both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup at Wembley.
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