James Trafford

James Trafford contract and transfer fees

James Trafford's contract with Leeds United runs until 30 June 2031 (55 months left). The final six months open on 1 January 2031, when FIFA rules let him agree a pre-contract with a club outside England.

James Trafford has moved for €95m in disclosed transfer fees since 2015 (3 paid transfers). The biggest: €47m, Manchester City to Leeds United, Aug 2026.

Leeds United paid €47m for James Trafford in August 2026. His value is now €37m, €9m below the fee. That is €4m per appearance across his 11 for them so far.

James Trafford transfer history and what each club made

• Manchester City · academy graduate · sold to Burnley for €17m (Jul 2023) · profit for Manchester City €17m
• Burnley · signed from Manchester City for €17m (Jul 2023) · sold to Manchester City for €31m (Jul 2025) · profit for Burnley €14m
• Manchester City · signed from Burnley for €31m (Jul 2025) · sold to Leeds United for €47m (Aug 2026) · profit for Manchester City €16m
• Leeds United · signed from Manchester City for €47m (Aug 2026) · current club

James Trafford injury record and availability

James Trafford has no injury or suspension on record as of 10 Nov 2026.

In the 2026/27 league season James Trafford has played 900 of a possible 900 minutes (100%): 10 starts and 10 appearances in 10 games, average rating 7.19.

Since 2024, James Trafford has had 1 injury spell: 2 days out and 1 game missed.

• 2026/27: no injury recorded
• 2025/26: no injury recorded
• 2024/25: 1 spell, 2 days out, 1 game missed

Leeds United injury list

James Trafford international career: England caps

James Trafford has 4 senior caps for England (315 minutes, 3 starts), the first in March 2026.

Last 12 months: 4 caps, 3 starts, 315 minutes in 31 matchday squads. Last in the squad on 11 Oct 2026.