The future of England’s right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold, is finally taking shape. Targeted by Real Madrid, the Liverpool player has given a clear response regarding his decision just hours before the winter transfer window.
This has been one of the hottest topics in the transfer market over the past few weeks. Widely regarded as one of the best right-backs in the world today, Trent Alexander-Arnold is attracting the attention of top clubs, including Real Madrid. Out of contract with Liverpool, where he trained between 2004 and 2016 and has played professionally since 2016 (332 matches with 20 goals), the English right-back intends to leave as a free agent. Despite the contract renewal offers put forward by the Reds’ management, the 26-year-old remains silent.
Liverpool receives a definitive response
Just days or hours before the start of the winter transfer market, Trent Alexander-Arnold has delivered his final decision to Liverpool’s management. As had been hinted at for several months, the English international has reportedly made it clear to Liverpool that he plans to leave for free at the end of the season. According to reports from Marca, Arnold, eager to take his career in a new direction, is set to sign a pre-contract with Real Madrid at the start of 2025, joining the club for free in June, similar to the case of Kylian Mbappé.
Motivated by his national teammate Jude Bellingham, with whom he shares a strong bond of friendship, Trent Alexander-Arnold has decided not to stay at Liverpool, despite the club offering him a better salary. Aware of the situation, the club’s management, currently leading the Premier League, will not attempt to sell their star player during the winter transfer window. As it stands, the 26-year-old’s departure is now scheduled for next June.
Good news for Madrid fans
While the news doesn’t sit well with the English club, Real Madrid is thrilled with Arnold’s clear decision. For months, he has shown a strong attachment and interest in all things related to the Spanish giants. Recently, in an interview, the right-back expressed his desire to win major trophies and experience great emotions. Furthermore, he frequently likes and comments on posts referencing Florentino Pérez’s club.
Struggling defensively this season due to Dani Carvajal’s absence, Real Madrid is poised to strengthen its squad significantly with Trent’s arrival in June. Meanwhile, the situation regarding the left-back position remains unclear, with uncertainty surrounding Alphonso Davies. Nevertheless, Madrid’s management can take solace in the year-end news of securing one of the world’s best right-backs for free.
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