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James Trafford has been linked with a transfer to Leeds United this summer season.
The 23-year-old is sad along with his lack of appearances at Manchester Metropolis and wishes to go away the membership in an effort to play extra typically.
Leeds United are in want of a top quality goalkeeper and this may very well be the best transfer for all events. Nonetheless, former England goalkeeper David James insists Trafford ought to keep at Manchester Metropolis and is unlikely to succeed if he leaves the membership.
“So to begin with, keep on the membership. It is not going to be larger than Manchester Metropolis. Properly, really, it isn’t going to be as profitable as Manchester Metropolis has been within the final 5 – 6 years,” James mentioned (h/t Leeds Press).
There isn’t any doubt that Manchester Metropolis has a significantly better crew and extra assets in comparison with Leeds United. They’re much extra more likely to win main trophies persistently. Nonetheless, Trafford remains to be solely 23 years outdated and must play repeatedly to develop additional and attain his potential. Sitting on the bench at a giant membership most likely will not attraction to him in the intervening time. It could make sense for him to hitch a membership the place he can play each week.
It stays to be seen whether or not Leeds United will be capable of full a deal. There isn’t any doubt that he is a fine quality goalkeeper and he was excellent throughout his time at Burnley. Common soccer will deliver out the perfect in him once more and assist him regain his type and confidence.
Trafford will purpose to determine himself as a key participant for membership and nation. Enjoying common soccer for Leeds United won’t solely assist him return to his finest type, but additionally assist him safe a daily beginning place within the England nationwide crew.
