Manchester City beat rivals to signature of highly-rated goalkeeper

Football
30 Jul 2025 • 6:23 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Manchester City have re-signed goalkeeper James Trafford from newly-promoted Burnley for £27 million.
  • Trafford, aged 22, has agreed a five-year deal with an option for a further season, marking his return to the club.
  • City activated a matching rights clause from his previous sale to Burnley, securing his transfer despite Newcastle having agreed a fee for him.
  • Trafford's decision to join City is a setback for Newcastle, who had long targeted the goalkeeper.
  • His arrival is expected to provide competition for Ederson and may lead to the departure of current City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega.

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