Manchester City had proposed a player-swap deal when negotiating with Burnley for James Trafford, a new report has claimed this week.Trafford left Manchester City in the summer of 2023 in search of

The German has served the club well over three seasons, but Trafford’s return suggests Manchester City are now looking toward the future, and while Ederson is expected to remain as Pep Guardiola’s No.1 between the posts for the 2025/26 campaign, the Brazilian’s potential departure next summer could see Trafford handed the gloves permanently.

Goalkeeper James Trafford has returned to Manchester City on a five-year contract after helping Burnley earn a promotion back to the Premier League with the fewest goals conceded in the Championship last season,