James Trafford (©Matt McNulty/Getty Images)
James Trafford (©Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

United have Old Trafford, and City will have young one?

Reading Time: 2min | Mon. 21.07.25. | 16:44

The Cityzens have allegedly eyed Burnley's keeper and their child, James Trafford, as a perfect replacement for Ederson, who is close to joining Galatasaray

A major change between Man City's posts is on the way. After eight years at Etihad Stadium, Ederson is on the verge of joining the Turkish champion Galatasaray and leaving the empty spot in City's goal.

Still, the Brazilian's understudy Stefan Ortega won't get a chance to become the Cityzens' first-choice custodian, as they have already found a replacement for Ederson - Burnley's keeper James Trafford.

The 22-year-old is Man City's child, as he was in their youth categories for six years. Nevertheless, he never got an opportunity to debut for the senior team, spending three seasons on loan at Accrington Stanley and Bolton Wanderers before the Cityzens sold him to Burnley for €17.3 million in July 2023.

Now, they have apparently realized they made a mistake and it will cost them dearly, as the Clarets demand around €46 million for the keeper's transfer!

Trafford caught the eye of the public last season when he led Burnley's sturdy defence to an incredible achievement in the Championship. Namely, in 46 league games, they conceded only 16 goals, while Trafford kept as many as 29 clean sheets!

Moreover, he kept 12 consecutive clean sheets between December 21, 2024 and March 4, 2025, remaining unbeaten for 1132 minutes!

Hence, it's no wonder Pep Guardiola has chosen him to be Ederson's successor. But before the new goalie arrives, the Cityzens will have to swallow their pride, admit that they made a massive mistake when they let Trafford go, and - last but not least - cough up the money.



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