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The Premier League stat putting Trafford in the spotlight
Sep 24 2026 19:19 · By onefootball.com · 6 Reads
James Trafford has made an impressive start to his Leeds United career, with the summer signing leading the Premier League for saves, having stopped 20 efforts, and ranking second among goalkeepers across Europe's big-five leagues for save percentage.
The 23-year-old, who joined the Whites from Manchester City during the summer, has made six appearances across all competitions, keeping three clean sheets. Two of those shutouts came against Nottingham Forest, with Leeds recording a 1-0 Premier League victory at the City Ground before a 2-0 League Cup win over the same opponents.
Trafford has also recorded an 87% save percentage across all competitions for Leeds, the second-best figure among goalkeepers across Europe's big-five leagues this season, behind Cagliari's Elia Caprile (91%).
Trafford's early-season form has also helped cement his position in the England squad, with the goalkeeper currently on duty with the Three Lions.