Man City re-signs goalkeeper Trafford from Burnley on five-year deal
Englishman Trafford, who won the golden glove with 29 clean sheets in the Championship last season, has re-joined the club where he spent eight years as a youth player for 27 million pounds ($36 million), English media reports said.
'Rejoining City is such a special and proud moment both for me and my family. I always dreamed that one day I would be able to come back to Manchester City,' Trafford said in a statement shared by City.
ALSO READ: Women's Copa America 2025 - Brazil routs Uruguay to reach final, books spot in 2028 LA Olympics
'This is the place I call home – it's a truly special football club with fantastic people who make it such a unique place to work and play.'
Trafford played on loan at third-tier sides Accrington Stanley and Bolton Wanderers before making a permanent move to Burnley in 2023, where he played his first full season in the Premier League, making 28 appearances as the club was relegated.
But the six-foot-six keeper returned to form in the Championship last season, with Burnley conceding only 16 goals in the campaign, 14 fewer than champions Leeds United.
'I am still very young and hungry to keep learning and improving – and I know there is no better environment than Manchester City to help make me become the best goalkeeper I can be,' Trafford added.
City, which begins its quest for a seventh Premier League title in nine seasons when it visits Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 16, said Trafford would wear the number one jersey.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Mint
36 minutes ago
- Mint
James Maddison injury: Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank gives update on midfielder's knee scare vs Newcastle
James Maddison, Tottenham Hotspur's midfielder, suffered a concerning knee injury during a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United in their final Asia preseason tour match. Spurs head coach Thomas Frank provided a crucial update on the situation. The match, held at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea, marked a farewell for Tottenham's forward Son Heung-Min. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, but the focus quickly shifted to James Maddison, who was stretchered off the pitch after a knee injury. The injury occurred in the second half of the match against Newcastle United. While attempting to intercept a pass in midfield, Maddison collided with a Newcastle player, causing him to twist awkwardly and fall to the ground clutching his knee. The impact appeared to place significant stress on his knee, leading to immediate discomfort. Medical staff quickly attended to him, and after a brief assessment, he was forced to leave the field. Head coach Thomas Frank gave insights on the severity of James Maddison's injury. "Sometimes in life and football things can be both beautiful and brutal," said Thomas Frank. "That's what we got today. It looks like with Madders a bad injury and then on the other side unbelievable scenes for Son from his team-mates and the respect from the Newcastle players," he expressed. "We're pretty sure it was the same knee he injured before," Frank added. James Maddison's latest injury is particularly concerning as it involves the same knee that sidelined him toward the end of the previous season. Last year, the midfielder missed crucial matches due to a knee issue, which disrupted his rhythm and impacted Tottenham's midfield strategy. His recovery was closely monitored, and while he returned to action in the preseason, this recurrence raises questions about the long-term health of his knee. The injury to James Maddison could not have come at a worse time for Tottenham, who are preparing for the upcoming Premier League season. With Son Heung-Min's potential departure adding further uncertainty, the team faces a critical period of adjustment.
NDTV
2 hours ago
- NDTV
"Let Me Get My Hundred, Then...": Ravi Shastri On How Washington Sundar Responded To Harry Brook
Team India clearly dominated the proceedings on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval in London. In the first session, Yashasvi Jaiswal and nightwatchman Akash Deep 's 107-run partnership troubled England bowlers. Akash even brought up his maiden half-century before getting dismissed for 66. Later in the day, all-rounders Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja took and hit their respective half-centuries. However, it was Sundar's brilliant and powerful hitting, which included four sixes, that grabbed everyone's attention. On Day 5 of the previous Test, when India were playing for a draw and Jadeja and Sundar had rejected Ben Stokes ' request to declare the innings, in order to bring up their centuries, the English players started sledging the Indian duo. Batter Harry Brook was even heard saying, "If you wanted a hundred, you should have batted like that earlier." Team England received severe criticism for their on-field behaviour and former India coach Ravi Shastri felt that Sundar's carnage with the bat in the fifth Test was a result of the last match's frustration. When Sundar was hitting the England bowlers for sixes, Sky Sports broadcaster Ian Ward, who was commentating with Shastri said, "Harry Brook told him to bat quickly to get his hundred in the last Test." Replying to this, Shastri said, "He is now saying Let me get my hundred and then I will show you." Mohammed Siraj castled Zak Crawley with a brilliant yorker to leave England on 50/1 in 13.5 overs at stumps on day three of fifth Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test against India at The Oval. India dominated most of day three's play - Akash Deep hitting an entertaining 66, his first Test fifty and was followed by Yashasvi Jaiswal making 118, his sixth Test century. Jaiswal's knock of 118 came off 164 balls, laced with 14 fours and two sixes, held immense value as it came in front of his parents and elder brother present in the stadium's stands, which also had ODI captain Rohit Sharma seeing the proceedings.
Mint
2 hours ago
- Mint
Son Heung-min, Tottenham captain, confirms exit after 10 years; says 'It is the most difficult decision'
Son Heung-min, Tottenham Hotspur's iconic captain, has confirmed his departure from the club this summer, describing it as the 'most difficult decision' of his career. The 33-year-old South Korean star made the emotional announcement during a press conference in Seoul while on the Spurs' pre-season tour of Asia. Since joining Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, Son Heung-min has been a significant part of the club. He has scored 173 goals in 454 appearances across all competitions. As captain, he led with passion, becoming a fan favourite. Despite a tough 2024-25 Premier League season, where he netted seven goals as Spurs finished 17th, Son's achievement as a captain came in May 2025, lifting the Europa League trophy after a victory over Manchester United in Bilbao. 'Winning a title in Europe felt like I had achieved everything I possibly could,' Son expressed. Son Heung-min's individual honours include sharing the 2021-22 Premier League Golden Boot with Mohamed Salah, winning FIFA's Puskas Award in 2020 for a breathtaking solo goal against Burnley. He has also secured Tottenham's Player of the Year award three times between 2019 and 2022. As captain, he leaves as the club's fifth all-time top scorer, behind legends like Harry Kane and Jimmy Greaves. Speaking alongside new Tottenham manager Thomas Frank in Seoul, Son explained his need for a new challenge. 'I need a new environment to push myself. I need a little bit of change, 10 years is a long time,' he said. 'I came to North London as a kid, 23 years old, such a young age. I leave this club as a grown man, a very proud man,' he added. The decision, made after deep reflection and discussions with the club, was supported by Spurs, who respected their captain's choice to seek fresh horizons. Frank, who hinted at Son's potential exit in July, lauded the captain's legacy. 'He is a true Spurs legend in every aspect, one of the greatest players to play in the Premier League,' Frank said. Speculation surrounds Son's next move, with Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) expressing interest, having signed former Spurs captain Hugo Lloris in 2023. Notably, no official bid has been made, and interest from Saudi Arabian clubs remains absent.
