Liverpool Fans Convinced Trent Alexander-Arnold Regrets Move After Real Madrid Chant

Liverpool supporters believe Trent Alexander-Arnold may already be regretting his transfer to Real Madrid after hearing the first chant from his new fans. The defender, who recently completed a £10 million move, was officially unveiled at the Santiago Bernabéu on Thursday.

As Alexander-Arnold arrived for his presentation, Real Madrid fans greeted him with a chant of “Arnold!”—a choice that has sparked amusement and criticism from Liverpool’s fanbase. Many found the moment awkward, suggesting it hinted at early regrets from the player. The 26-year-old’s switch to Madrid has come with significant changes, including dropping his iconic number 66 jersey for number 12 due to La Liga’s numbering rules.

He has also opted to use only his first name, “Trent,” on his shirt, moving away from his surname. However, Madrid supporters’ decision to chant “Arnold” instead of “Trent” has led to jokes and criticism online. One fan quipped, “Shouting ‘Arnold!’ after he’s just rebranded everything to ‘Trent.’” Another added, “He used to have so much aura, wtf happened?” Alexander-Arnold’s move marks a major shift in his career after spending his entire professional journey at Liverpool.

His departure was accelerated so he could participate in the upcoming Club World Cup, where he may debut as early as June 18 against Al Hilal. Real Madrid’s signing of Alexander-Arnold is part of a summer overhaul under Xabi Alonso, who also unveiled former Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen earlier this week.

The Englishman’s arrival has been met with excitement in Spain but skepticism from his former fanbase. Liverpool fans have closely watched Alexander-Arnold’s transition, with many interpreting his muted reaction to the chant as a sign of discomfort. Some even speculated that he may already be missing Anfield.

The right-back’s legacy at Liverpool was cemented over nearly a decade, making his departure emotional for supporters. His move to Madrid represents a new challenge, but the early reception has raised eyebrows. While Real Madrid fans will hope to see Alexander-Arnold thrive, the initial interaction has added an unexpected layer of drama to his transfer.

Only time will tell if he can win over his new supporters—or if Liverpool fans’ suspicions of regret prove true. For now, the focus shifts to his potential debut in the Club World Cup, where he will aim to prove himself on another global stage. Meanwhile, Liverpool supporters continue to dissect every moment of his early days in Spain.