Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold
Real Madrid reportedly gave up on trying to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold during the January transfer window.
According to Spanish media outlets such as MARCA and Sporting, both of which are at the forefront of pushing the story, the La Liga giants have accepted that the current Premier League leaders are unwilling to play with their star right-back mid-season, or even Although his deal was finalized in June.
Madrid will therefore now wait until the summer when Alexander-Arnold is expected to join them on a free transfer, having yet to agree a contract with the Reds.
Madrid initially explored the possibility of signing Alexander-Arnold for a reduced fee in the winter window as they believed Liverpool would accept defeat rather than let him walk out the door with nothing to do. But the Merseyside club are unfazed and he will remain with them.
Indeed, the Reds are currently led by Premier League and Champions League manager Arne Slot – and Alexander-Arnold remains a key part of their success to date.
Trent Alexander-Arnold – The most valuable right-back in the world
Indeed, reports in Spain suggest a deal has been agreed for Alexander-Arnold at the end of the season. The 25-year-old has reportedly been offered a lucrative five-year contract – worth up to €90 million in total.
Last summer, Madrid brought Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer despite being one of the most valuable players in the world. same, by TransfermarktAlexander-Arnold is currently the most valuable right back, ranking at 75 million euros.
Real Madrid have been long-term admirers of Alexander-Arnold, believing him to be the ideal successor to the now experienced Dani Carvajal. He has also struggled with injuries recently.
Alexander-Arnold joined the club’s academy at the age of six and made his debut in 2016 at the age of 18. He has made over 300 appearances and won seven major trophies, including the 2019 Champions League and the 2020 Premier League title.
