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According to reports, TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD has conveyed his intention to leave Liverpool and join Real Madrid.
The 26-year-old defender is nearing the end of his contract at Anfield, which is set to expire at the conclusion of the current season.
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Alexander-Arnold will be eligible to negotiate with other clubs starting January 1.
According to Spanish outlet Marca, his top choice is to join Real Madrid.
Liverpool has made several attempts to prolong Alexander-Arnold’s contract.
Nevertheless, the England international is said to have voiced his wish to leave Anfield.
The Reds’ management is now faced with a dilemma: keep Alexander-Arnold until the end of the season and risk losing him for nothing, or sell him in January to ensure they receive some compensation for their homegrown talent.
Real Madrid is reportedly willing to be patient regarding this situation, prepared to wait until the end of the season, but also open to a possible deal in January.
They have pulled off similar free transfers in recent times, securing players like David Alaba, Antonio Rudiger, and most recently Kylian Mbappe.
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He has a strong camaraderie with fellow England international and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
It is believed he has gained valuable insights into being part of Madrid through his friendship with the midfielder.
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Since making his debut in 2016, Alexander-Arnold has played 332 matches for Liverpool.
He has enjoyed triumphs in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, two League Cups, and a Club World Cup with his childhood club.
Liverpool currently boasts a six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League, with a game in hand.
If he stays with the team until the end of the season, Alexander-Arnold might be able to secure another Premier League title for his trophy cabinet.
Real Madrid is seeking a long-term replacement for veteran Dani Carvajal.
The 32-year-old sustained a season-ending knee injury in October.
Not only is Alexander-Arnold in this situation, but Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk also have contracts that are set to expire at the end of the season.
Both players will also be eligible to negotiate with other clubs starting January 1.
