Paul Robinson reveals what James Trafford knew before signing for Leeds United
Paul Robinson is a big fan of Leeds United signing James Trafford.
The Whites kept their second clean sheet in the Premier League this season with a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
Trafford has already kept three clean sheets in six games in all competitions, proving his worth after joining from Manchester City earlier this summer.
Daniel Farke's side spent £40million to sign the England international, who is mooted to become the future Three Lions' number one goalkeeper.
The 23-year-old is quickly starting to make himself one of the first names on the teamsheet, with Michael Zetterer his only real competition.
Robinson is someone who has been very impressed with Leeds' decision to sign Trafford, sharing his thoughts during the draw to Palace.
Paul Robinson makes claim on why James Trafford joined Leeds
Trafford has been included in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for England's upcoming UEFA Nations League tournament.
The shot-stopper has played twice for his country already, but has the task of trying to edge England's World Cup appearance record holder Jordan Pickford out of the side.
Trafford had to make some sharp stops against the Eagles, particularly a free kick in the 49th minute, which he positioned himself expertly for.
While speaking on Sky Sports during the first half of the game against Palace, former Leeds goalkeeper Robinson shared his thoughts on Trafford.
He said: "It's an addition that Leeds have needed in the last 12 to 18 months, and I think it's a really clever, intelligent signing for Farke.
"You look at what he's done in his career, where he's been, and I think of the potential for him at international level; he needs to realise that, and he knows that, hence the reason he's come to a club like Leeds.
"A very good signing that works for both."
Trafford prevented 0.99 in xG with five saves, and is already showing that he is better than what Leeds had in the goalkeeping department last season.
The stats that help Trafford thrive at Elland Road
Trafford will get lots of praise if he keeps racking up clean sheets, but the defence in front of him is doing lots of the good work, too.
Leeds make the most interceptions on average in the Premier League with 12.0 per 90, as they also make the second-most clearances per match with 31.6.
The Whites rank fifth for the least amount of xG conceded with 6.50, with Crystal Palace at the opposite end of the spectrum at 9.50.
Trafford is doing well for Leeds and needs to keep it up, but he's certainly having to deal with fewer shots on goal thanks to a defence that only seems to be improving.