Manchester City are looking to sign Geronimo Rulli to replace the outgoing James Trafford as their new backup goalkeeper.
The Premier League champions are moving quickly in the market to ensure experienced reinforcement in their goalkeeping department ahead of the new campaign.
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Fabrizio Romano: Man City eyeing Geronimo Rulli as James Trafford replacement
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester City are targeting Olympique Marseille goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli to fill the vacancy left by Trafford.
Writing on X, Romano stated:
“EXCLUSIVE: Manchester City want Geronimo Rulli as new backup goalkeeper to replace James Trafford. Argentinian GK understood to be keen on the move; Olympique Marseille aware of interest, #MCFC on it.”
?? EXCLUSIVE: Manchester City want Geronimo Rulli as new backup goalkeeper to replace James Trafford.
Argentinian GK understood to be keen on the move; Olympique Marseille aware of interest, #MCFC on it. pic.twitter.com/BuhN6xOX7x
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 29, 2026
With James Trafford closing in on a move to Leeds United, high-caliber shot-stopper has become an immediate priority for City.
Rulli’s willingness to make the move gives the English side substantial momentum in negotiations as they look to reach an agreement with Marseille.
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Rulli’s first Manchester City spell was a fail
A move for Rulli would mark a remarkable full-circle moment in his career.
The Argentine goalkeeper originally joined Manchester City from Deportivo Maldonado in the summer of 2016 after impressing during a two-year loan spell at Real Sociedad.
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