Manchester City closes a historic sale

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James Trafford, a 23-year-old English goalkeeper, has left Manchester City to sign with Leeds United in this summer transfer window. The deal could reach 45 million pounds, around 52 million euros, making him the most expensive British goalkeeper in history.

The agreement includes a five-season contract for Trafford. Leeds surpasses their own record investment in a player and entrusts the goal to a player who played 17 matches for City during the 2025/26 season.

James Trafford leaves Manchester City after playing 17 matches

Trafford returned to Manchester City last summer after his time at Burnley. Manchester spent around 27 million pounds to bring him back and signed him to a contract until June 2030.

His playing situation changed with Gianluigi Donnarumma's arrival. Trafford began the season with Premier League minutes but later became a substitute, having more prominence in cup competitions.

At the end of the season, he played 17 games, kept eight clean sheets, and conceded 13 goals. He was part of the squads that saw Manchester City win both the Carabao Cup and the FA Cup.

Trafford was also part of the England squad for the 2026 World Cup. The goalkeeper traveled with the team led by Thomas Tuchel, although he did not play a single minute in the tournament.

Leeds United turns Trafford into the most expensive British goalkeeper

Leeds United has decided to make an investment that could reach 45 million pounds including variables. The fixed amount is around 40 million, with different bonuses capable of raising the final cost of the operation. Trafford was also on Betis' agenda.

This figure allows James Trafford to surpass the record held by Jordan Pickford since 2017. Everton then paid Sunderland 25 million pounds plus five in variables, up to a maximum of 30 million, for the current English international.

Trafford also ranks among the most expensive goalkeepers in the global market. Referring to the figures in pounds used in England, he falls behind Kepa Arrizabalaga, who cost Chelsea around 72 million, Alisson Becker, signed by Liverpool for about 67 million, and André Onana, whose transfer to Manchester United reached around 47.2 million.

Manchester City gains a significant profit

The departure also allows Manchester City to increase the player's value in just one season. After investing around 27 million pounds to bring him back from Burnley, they can now earn up to 45 million, a potential difference of 18 million before considering other aspects of the deal.

The agreement also safeguards City against a future exit. The club retains a 20% on a future profit and a right to match any potential offer for the goalkeeper.

James Trafford's next step will be to join Leeds definitively and prepare for the start of the Premier League. Daniel Farke's team kicks off the season on August 22nd against Nottingham Forest, a match where the new signing will be eligible to compete for the goalkeeping duties.

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