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James Trafford: England Goalkeeper Says Not Playing for Manchester City Was 'Horrendous'

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James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" and left him with no choice but to leave the club and join Leeds United in the summer.

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Trafford explains how difficult it was for him to spend last season, being out of action, and reveals how it led to his decision to leave. James Trafford aimed to establish himself as Manchester City's first-choice goalkeeper last season, but failed to earn the position he desired. This led him to leave his dream behind and make the decision to continue his career at Leeds last summer. Read more here Read more at iefimerida.gr Trafford explains…

James Trafford has opened up about his difficult period at Manchester City. The English goalkeeper barely got any playing time after the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma and decided to leave for Leeds United last summer. According to Trafford, that step was necessary for his mental well-being.

James Trafford explained that the lack of continuity in Manchester City affected his mental well-being and reviewed what he learned and the two trophies he won before signing for Leeds United.

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BBC News broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
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