Real Madrid have been chasing Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold since the summer transfer window, and Dani Carvajal’s latest injury has only added to the speculation.
With Carvajal out for the season with a serious cruciate ligament injury, Los Blancos are on the hunt for a replacement, with Alexander-Arnold emerging as a prime candidate.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has spoken to Jude Bellignham about the move from Madrid
According to the last of GiveMeSportAlthough Liverpool are willing to tie down the 26-year-old to a new contract, negotiations have yet to make any significant progress. With his current deal set to expire next summer, Alexander-Arnold is considering a move abroad.
Recent reports emerged that Liverpool have given up hope regarding Trent’s signing with the club, however, according to GMS, those reports are untrue and that the club are struggling to reach an agreement with the right-back over an extension.
The report further adds that the Liverpool star has spoken to Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham about life at the Spanish club. The two are very close and Bellingham, who made a seamless transition to Madrid, has shared his positive experience with Alexander-Arnold, fueling speculation that the right-back could be open to a move to the Spanish capital.
Alexander-Arnold’s world-class passing, crossing and playmaking skills have made him one of the best full-backs in modern football. with 19 goals and 83 assists in 319 appearances for Liverpool, he has not only shown defensive solidity, but also redefined the attacking potential of a right-back.
His versatility as a right back and midfielder only increases his appeal to Real Madrid.
Los Blancos see Alexander-Arnold as a vital addition to their already stellar squad, which includes the likes of Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
While Alexander-Arnold remains Madrid’s main target, they have also looked at alternatives, including Tottenham’s Pedro Porro.
In fact, in another report, it is claimed that Spurs will be open to selling the Spaniard to the European giants for the right price. Carlo Ancelotti believes the Spanish full-back is the right fit for the team given his previous La Liga experience, and the player is also keen to play.
That said, the opportunity to sign a player of Trent’s caliber with free agent potential will be too good to pass up for Madrid.
If Real Madrid manage to convince Alexander-Arnold to move to La Liga, it would be an important acquisition, which would strengthen their squad to continue competing at the highest level of European football.
