Trent Alexander-Arnold is poised to join Real Madrid, with reports confirming that the Liverpool star has turned down a contract extension at Anfield. The English right-back is expected to leave on a free transfer this summer, as Madrid grows increasingly confident in securing his signature.
Liverpool’s Contract Offer Rejected
According to Marca, Alexander-Arnold declined Liverpool’s latest renewal offer, reinforcing his determination to move to La Liga. Madrid had initially attempted to sign him in January, following an injury to Dani Carvajal, but Liverpool opted to keep him for their Premier League title push.
With the season set to conclude in just over two months, Alexander-Arnold’s exit now seems inevitable. He is one of three senior players out of contract this summer, alongside Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk.
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Liverpool’s Right-Back Dilemma
Replacing Alexander-Arnold has now become a top priority for Liverpool. Conor Bradley has stepped in during his absence, but concerns about his injury history remain.
Reports suggest Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong is a key target. The Dutch right-back has a £34 million release clause, making him an attractive option. Frimpong had once considered joining Liverpool’s academy before opting for Manchester City, citing travel difficulties for his family.
Injury Woes and Final Matches
For now, Alexander-Arnold is focused on recovering from an injury sustained during Liverpool’s Champions League exit against Paris Saint-Germain. This setback ruled him out of the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle, but manager Arne Slot expects him to return before the end of the season.
His final match for Liverpool could be against Crystal Palace on May 25, marking the end of his two-decade-long association with the club. While some fans hope for a last-minute contract agreement, others accept his decision to seek a new challenge.
Real Madrid Confident in Securing Deal
Real Madrid sees Alexander-Arnold as a long-term solution at right-back. If the move materializes, he will reunite with England teammate Jude Bellingham, who has thrived since joining the Spanish giants.
Steve McManaman, who made the same switch from Liverpool to Madrid in 1999, believes Alexander-Arnold might be ready for a fresh start. “He’s been at Liverpool for 20 years. He might want to try something new,” McManaman told TNT Sports.
Unless Liverpool convinces him to stay, Alexander-Arnold has fewer than ten matches left in a Reds shirt. His focus now is on ending his time at Anfield as a Premier League champion before embracing a new challenge in Spain.
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