James Trafford completes return to Manchester City after snubbing Newcastle
Manchester City beat rivals to signature of highly rated goalkeeper
- 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.