The James Trafford clue that proves Leeds United are finally about to announce new record transfer
James Trafford to Leeds United has become somewhat of a long-standing transfer saga already.
Daniel Farke made a new goalkeeper his summer priority at Elland Road, and the 49ers have gone big.
With Karl Darlow leaving for Manchester United and Illan Meslier joining Arsenal, both as free agents, there was a huge gap in the squad.
Not only that, but Trafford is expected to immediately become the highest-paid player in LS11.
But, as news of that continued, things went very quiet.
James Trafford makes his move online
Leeds fans were slowly getting worried, more at the lack of news than a specific reason being revealed.
Trafford is on holiday after his summer at the World Cup with England, where he didn't actually play a competitive game.
Before that trip to North America, though, Dominic Calvert-Lewin was handed a chance under Thomas Tuchel.
Getting together with Trafford has started a link that may be able to lay any fears to rest.
Calvert-Lewin made his first appearance of pre-season on Sunday, scoring twice as Leeds beat Liverpool 4-2.
Posting pictures on Instagram after the victory, who was one of the first to like them? Trafford, of course.
When could Leeds announce James Trafford?
Thankfully, it appears very soon.
Bryn Law stated on LUTV commentary of that win over Liverpool that an announcement was expected within 72 hours.
That would take us to Wednesday, so the formalities could be signed off very soon at Elland Road.
Players are more careful than ever on social media now, so don't expect them to get involved with new teammates until they know it's signed off.
Trafford would become undisputed number one before he even puts on his gloves, and that is why he's most likely attracted by the chance.
Playing every week in the Premier League is critical, especially for a young goalkeeper, and Leeds have pulled out all of the stops to get a deal done.
At £45m, Trafford is already the world's most expensive goalkeeper in total career transfer fees, so there's no pressure.
Everyone at Leeds is delighted though, and it's that love that will no doubt propel him to greatness in West Yorkshire.
Let's get this one done, with only three weeks until the Premier League season gets underway.