Bolton Wanderers 
Burnley 
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Burnley's pursuit of James Trafford reaches new heights. Numerous reports indicating a 83% probability of the goalkeeper making the switch to his potential new club. Here is why.
- Burnley has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of James Trafford (23).
- Burnley has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of James Trafford.
- James Trafford is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Burnley squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (James Trafford, Arijanet Murić)
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (James Trafford, Arijanet Murić)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (James Trafford, Arijanet Murić)
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (James Trafford, Arijanet Murić)
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More expensive than previously attracted players
Alternatives of Burnley
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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78.6
78.6
|
David Soria |
 Getafe
|
€2.2M |
|
78.6
82.0
|
Joan García |
 Barcelona
|
€28.7M |
|
75.5
76.3
|
Thibaut Courtois |
 Real Madrid
|
€10.3M |
|
74.3
75.7
|
Yann Sommer |
 Brugge
|
€1.7M |
|
73.0
74.3
|
Jan Oblak |
 Atlético Madrid
|
€13.8M |
|
72.9
73.9
|
Alisson |
 Liverpool
|
€14.8M |
|
72.9
73.9
|
Unai Simón |
 Athletic
|
€23M |
|
71.4
72.2
|
Nick Pope |
 Newcastle
|
€6.5M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loum Tchaouna | 23-06-2025 | Report | |
| Quilindschy Hartman | 16-06-2025 | Report | |
| Josh Laurent | 29-08-2024 | Report | |
| Hannibal | 26-08-2024 | Report | |
| Mikey Johnston | 23-08-2024 | Report | |
| John Egan | 23-08-2024 | Report | |
| Ilan Kebbal | 22-08-2024 | Report | |
| Joe Worrall | 22-08-2024 | Report |
James Trafford
GK
Skill: 74.3
Pot: 81.5
Team
Man City
Man City
Contracted Until
30 Jun 30
ETV
€29.5M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€26.5M – €32.4M
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Who is James Trafford?
James Trafford (ENG) is a a sweeper keeper and currently plays for Man City. James Trafford is 23 years old (2002/10/10) and he is 192cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 19. James Trafford has also been used as a ball playing keeper.
James Trafford's current transfer value is between €26.5M and €32.4M. His last transfer was from Burnley to Man City in 2025. Man City paid Burnley €31.2M for James Trafford.
James Trafford latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
