Trafford set to become most expensive British goalkeeper

Leeds are splashing £40m on a 23-year-old with just 32 Premier League appearances.

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What happened. James Trafford is set to join Leeds from Manchester City for an initial £40m, making him the most expensive British goalkeeper ever.

• Fee makes him fourth-most expensive goalkeeper overall.
• Only 32 top-flight appearances so far.
• Rated highly by former coaches for athleticism and mentality.

“One hundred per cent, he can do it.”

— Matt Gilks

Trafford is expected to be Leeds' No 1 and England's future goalkeeper.

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