Trafford secures Leeds move as fourth-most expensive goalkeeper ever

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2026-08-06

London (PA Media/dpa) - Leeds have confirmed the signing of James Trafford from Manchester City for an undisclosed club record fee, reported to be £40 million ($53.8 million) plus bonuses. Trafford has agreed a five-year contract, while the deal eclipses the £36 million Leeds paid Hoffenheim for Georginio Rutter in January 2023 and also makes him the world's fourth most expensive goalkeeper. Kepa Arrizabalaga (Athletic Bilbao to Chelsea for £72 m......

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