A major change between Man City’s posts is on the way. After eight years at Etihad Stadium, Ederson is on the verge of joining the Turkish champion Galatasaray and leaving the empty spot in City’s goal.Still, the Brazilian’s understudy Stefan Ortega won’t get a chance to become the Cityzens’ first-choice custodian, as they have already found a replacement for Ederson – Burnley’s keeper James Trafford.James Trafford last season: 16 goals conceded. 29 clean sheets. 45 games.Man City are reportedly eyeing a buy-back move for their former keeper 👀🧤 pic.twitter.com/MESMg3rz10— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) July 18, 2025 The 22-year-old is Man City’s child, as he was in their youth categories for six years. Nevertheless, he never got an opportunity to debut for the senior team, spending three seasons on loan at Accrington Stanley and Bolton Wanderers before the Cityzens sold him to Burnley for €17.3 million in July 2023.Now, they have apparently realized they made a mistake and it will cost them dearly, as the Clarets demand around €46 million for the keeper’s transfer!The best defence in history of England? The answer may surprise youTrafford caught the eye of the public last season when he led Burnley’s sturdy defence to an incredible achievement in the Championship. Namely, in 46 league games, they conceded only 16 goals, while Trafford kept as many as 29 clean sheets!Moreover, he kept 12 consecutive clean sheets between December 21, 2024 and March 4, 2025, remaining unbeaten for 1132 minutes!Hence, it’s no wonder Pep Guardiola has chosen him to be Ederson’s successor. But before the new goalie arrives, the Cityzens will have to swallow their pride, admit that they made a massive mistake when they let Trafford go, and – last but not least – cough up the money.##NAJAVA_MECA_9028819##
