Trafford initially departed the Etihad in a deal worth up to $25 million, with Burnley paying an initial $20 million, a club-record fee at the time. His return now sets a new British transfer record for a goalkeeper, with City paying an initial $36 million, potentially rising to $41 million with add-ons.

“Rejoining City is such special and proud moment both for me and my family. I always dreamed that one day I would be able to come back to Manchester City. This is the place I call home. It’s a truly special football club with fantastic people who make it such a unique place to work and play,” Trafford said in the announcement.

Julien Laurens talks about James Trafford's transfer to Manchester City after rejoining the club from Championship runners-up Burnley.

Manchester City have rejected a bid in the region of £25m from Nottingham Forest for 22-year-old English midfielder James McAtee. (Sky Sports), external. Want more transfer stori

It would be a major surprise if James McAtee were a member of the Manchester City squad for next season. There is no doubting James McAtee’s talent and potential but there doesn’t seem to be room

Manchester City have rejected an official transfer bid from fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest for midfielder James McAtee. Pep Guardiola’s side have been busy in the transfer window so far after a disappointing campaign.