James Trafford left Manchester City to protect his mental health
Published 9h ago · Latest report 4h ago · Transfer
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James Trafford reveals his Manchester City exit was driven by mental health struggles.
Leeds United goalkeeper James Trafford reveals that sitting on the bench at Manchester City last season severely impacted his mental wellbeing. The lack of regular matches following Gianluigi Donnarumma's arrival forced the player to seek a summer transfer. He made just four Premier League appearances during that difficult campaign.
- The transferThe goalkeeper moved to Leeds United during the summer transfer window to secure regular playing time.
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Mental health struggles among professional athletes facing intense competition and limited playing time have drawn increasing attention across top-flight football.
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James Trafford explains that a lack of playing opportunities at Manchester City last season severely impacted his mental wellbeing and prompted his transfer to Leeds United.
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- The IndependentJames Trafford says he left Man City for his 'mental wellbeing'4h ago · open ↗
- BBC SportI had to play regularly for my mental wellbeing - Trafford on summer move9h ago · open ↗
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