Goalkeeper James Trafford spoke to the BBC after Manchester City's 2-0 FA Cup fourth-round victory against Salford City on Saturday, 14 February 2026. The 23-year-old admitted his current position as second-choice goalkeeper was "not what I expected coming into the season". Trafford kept a clean sheet during the match at the Etihad Stadium, helping City secure their place in the FA Cup fifth round.
Trafford rejoined Manchester City during the most recent summer transfer window, following a spell at Burnley. He initially featured in City's opening three Premier League fixtures this season. However, the high-profile deadline day arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma, who became the undisputed number one after Ederson's exit, subsequently relegated Trafford to a back-up role. Despite the setback, Trafford acknowledged the situation, stating he must "give it my best shot".
