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"Really long way" - James Trafford on becoming Leeds United's record signing and declaration about fans James Trafford’s first words after becoming Leeds United’s record signing. James Trafford has issued his first words since becoming Leeds United’s record signing and the most expensive British goalkeeper ever in joining the Whites for £40m plus add-ons from Manchester City. Leeds made signing a new no 1 a top priority ahead of the club’s second season back in the Premier League and England international keeper Trafford became the club’s top target one year on from his move to Manchester City. Trafford, a former City youngster, re-joined City for £27m from Burnley last summer and looked set to be the club’s no 1 until the Manchester outfit also signed Gianluigi Donnarumma who then became first choice stopper between the sticks. It meant Trafford was limited to making just four Premier League starts last season but the 23-year-old was City’s cup keeper in an FA Cup and League Cup double and now joins Leeds as the most expensive British goalkeeper in history. Speaking exclusively to LUTV and as quoted by Leeds United’s official website, Trafford immediately made a strong declaration, insisting he didn’t care if he had a “point to prove” as he outlined his confidence in his abilities. “I don’t really care if I have a point to prove” The new Whites no 1 also served up immediate praise for his new club and fans, declaring that the backing of United’s supporters could go a really long way together with the energy of the team. “I don’t really care if I have a point to prove,” said Trafford. “I know my own abilities. I go out and try as hard as I can and have as much fun as I can. Everything that comes with it is what it is. I am really excited and just really happy that it is finally done. I can get onto preparing for the new season and can focus on getting in with everyone next week. “It is one amazing club, full of energy and passion – the club and the fans. That goes a really long way because of the energy of the team, the players and the fans contribute to results and performances and improving them. It is just a great place for anyone, let alone myself, to play.”