James Trafford's £40m Move to Leeds United Confirmed

Goalkeeper James Trafford is set to leave Manchester City for Leeds United in a deal worth more than £40 million, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano. The move will make Trafford the most expensive player in Leeds United's history and the only Premier League club whose transfer record is held by a goalkeeper.

The fee places Trafford among the few goalkeepers ever to command a price above £40 million, joining the likes of Andre Onana. The transfer highlights the disparity between spending on goalkeepers and outfield players, with forwards and midfielders regularly breaking the £100 million barrier. Leeds have scheduled a medical for Trafford this week, signalling the deal is nearing completion.