Leeds United, Newcastle United and Aston Villa are all eyeing a loan for Manchester City’s 23‑year‑old goalkeeper James Trafford, who has been sidelined since Gianluigi Donnarumma’s arrival. Trafford wants regular Premier League minutes to keep his England ambitions alive, and City have said they prefer a loan rather than a permanent exit to preserve their long‑term plans.
With Illan Meslier expected to leave and Lucas Perri needing stronger competition, Leeds’ need for a new goalkeeper is urgent, while City’s depth in goalkeeping remains a strategic asset.