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Leeds United Pursues Manchester City’s James Trafford as No.1 Goalkeeper
7/23/2026
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- Leeds United are negotiating with Manchester City to sign 23-year-old goalkeeper James Trafford.
- Leeds began searching for a No 1 after Karl Darlow transferred to Manchester United.
- Trafford made 17 appearances for City in 2025-26 and earned his England debut in March.
- Leeds officials say he would be the undisputed No 1 and could be their biggest summer signing.
- Newcastle United dropped pursuit of Trafford and signed 20-year-old Ewen Jaouen.
