What Real Madrid wants, they get. When Los Blancos come knocking, it’s virtually impossible to deny them. On the team’s latest radar is Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The 25-year-old once against demonstrated his versatility last night with a fresh assist for Ibrahima Konate. In addition to creating four chances, he had more tackles (3) than any other Liverpool player against AC Milan.
However, the England international has less than a year remaining on his contract with the Reds. Despite starting Liverpool’s first four Premier League matches and becoming a core part of Arne Slot’s side, it’s still not apparent what the player’s future holds.
“For me, it was just an excitement to work under a new manager that I’ve never had before,” said Alexander-Arnold. “Having spoken to the manager, I was excited about the plans and the way they talk about it.” Mo Salah and Virgil Van Dijk are also in their final contract years.
The longer Liverpool remains silent on the contract renewal, the more likely Real Madrid is to be interested in signing the free agent. Arnold can sign a pre-agreement with Madrid as early as January 2025 should Anfield balk at new terms.
The right-back is also mates with Jude Bellingham, a fellow England international and Madrid superstar. Make no mistake: Real Madrid goes after the best and brightest in world football to maintain its hegemony.
For that reason, Los Blancos are heavily linked with other Premier League aces William Saliba and Cristian Romero. The Spanish press has also begun recruiting for Manchester City standout Rodri.
Premier League fans: watch for more Real Madrid scouts in your stands this season.
