Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool’s standout defender, is entering the final year of his contract, and Spanish giants Real Madrid have expressed interest in acquiring him this year. Despite the allure of joining forces with former England teammate Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid, Alexander-Arnold appears resolute in his commitment to Liverpool for the upcoming season.
Reports from The Sun indicate that Alexander-Arnold, now 25, is keen to continue his tenure with Liverpool, especially under the new managerial regime of Arne Slot. This season marks a new chapter for Alexander-Arnold as he adapts to Slot’s coaching philosophy. He has already engaged in discussions with Slot prior to the Euros and is enthusiastic about the upcoming season.
Liverpool is equally determined to retain Alexander-Arnold’s services. The club is prepared to offer a substantial new contract to ensure his long-term future at Anfield. A source quoted by The Sun revealed, “Trent has had a productive conversation with the new manager before the European Championship. They had an excellent initial discussion, but the manager respected that Trent needed to concentrate on the tournament.”
The source continued, “Trent, like the rest of the squad, views this as a new beginning and is eager to return to training to help lay the groundwork for a successful season. He is fully committed for this campaign, and the club is prepared to offer a significant deal to keep him beyond this term.”
Despite Real Madrid’s interest, Alexander-Arnold has been absent from Liverpool’s pre-season tour of the USA. However, his exclusion is unrelated to transfer negotiations. Instead, Alexander-Arnold has been granted an extended vacation after his impressive performances with England at Euro 2024. His extended break is expected to last about three weeks, meaning he will likely return in early August.
Consequently, Alexander-Arnold will miss Liverpool’s upcoming friendly matches against Real Betis and Premier League rivals Arsenal. He is also set to be unavailable for fixtures against Manchester United and Sevilla. His return will align with Liverpool’s preparations for their season opener against Ipswich Town at Portman Road next month.
As the transfer window progresses, Liverpool fans remain hopeful that Alexander-Arnold will continue to be a cornerstone of their defense, contributing significantly under Slot’s new management.
