Leeds United are in discussions with Manchester City over a potential transfer for goalkeeper James Trafford as the clubs continue contract and deal negotiations ahead of the new season. Multiple reports say Trafford, who is 23, is considering a move to Elland Road and is leaning toward joining Leeds. Sky Sports, BBC News and other outlets describe talks between the two clubs as ongoing. A Yahoo Sports report adds more detail on deal structure, stating Leeds and Manchester City have agreed terms for a fee of £40 million, with a further £5 million in add-ons, and includes a future sell-on clause for Manchester City. The Manchester Evening News notes that, depending on the outcome, Manchester City may need to add to its goalkeeping options if Trafford leaves. Overall, sources agree on the core points: Leeds are pursuing Trafford, talks with Manchester City are at an advanced stage in the window, and the proposed deal is understood to be around the £40m mark, with additional performance-related payments and a sell-on provision.
Leeds in talks to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford for about £40m
Leeds United are in discussions with Manchester City over a potential transfer for goalkeeper James Trafford as the clubs continue contract and deal negotiations ahead of the new season. Multiple repo...
- Leeds United and Manchester City are in talks over a potential transfer for goalkeeper James Trafford.
- Multiple outlets report Trafford is considering or leaning toward a move to Elland Road.
- A proposed fee is reported as £40 million, with about £5 million in add-ons.
- The reported agreement includes a sell-on clause for Manchester City.
- Manchester City may look to add another goalkeeper if a deal proceeds.
Manchester City's James Trafford is close to sealing a move to Leeds United meaning the Blues will need to add to their goalkeeping options ahead of the new season
1 month agoLeeds United are closing in on the signing of Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford in a deal worth £40 million plus bonuses, with negotiations now in the final stages.According to The Athletic, ...
1 month agoLeeds United have agreed a deal to sign James Trafford from Manchester City for an initial fee of £40million.The deal is a club record fee for Leeds and will make Trafford the most expensive British ...
1 month agoLeeds United and Man City have agreed a deal worth £40M plus £5M in add-ons for James TraffordThe agreement includes a sell-on clause, giving Man City a future financial stake in the goalkeeperThe d...
1 month agoLeeds United are on the verge of reaching an agreement with Manchester City to sign goalkeeper James Trafford, according to The Athletic. Daniel Farke is at Elland RoadThe West Yorkshire club will pay...
1 month agoLeeds United are close to agreeing a club-record deal with Manchester City for goalkeeper James Trafford.
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