Man City selling a youth player for 20 million without ever playing!

Manchester City stands out as one of the teams with the biggest transfer budgets... but it is also one of the teams that has sold well in recent years. The recent case of James Trafford is a good example of this.

The 'Citizen's' youth academy has stood out for being one of the most powerful in Europe. The million dollar sales of players such as Jadon Sancho, Pablo Maffeo or Brahím Díaz keep happening. All of them left a significant amount in Manchester City's coffers... James Trafford now joins the list.

The England goalkeeper has excelled in this European Under-21 Championship with his national team, who will play in the final of the tournament after his magnificent performance in goal. The tournament has helped Trafford to increase his market value... and Manchester City to cash in on him.

Vincent Kompany's Burnley have been the team most interested in the player in recent times. According to Fabrizio Romano, the two clubs have reportedly agreed a deal for €22 million, objectives included, as well as a 20% stake in the future sale of the England goalkeeper.

The financial injection will help Pep Guardiola's team to undertake their next moves planned for this upcoming market, including the signing of Joško Gvardiol, who will become the most expensive centre-back in history.