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Trent Alexander-Arnold avoided discussing his contract after his goal lifted Liverpool close to another Premier League title. His comments came amid rumors of a summer move to Real Madrid.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Alexander-Arnold, linked with Madrid as his contract ends, returned from an ankle injury. He started on the bench against Leicester City, then scored the winning goal five minutes after coming on in the 71st minute for a 1-0 victory. The 26-year-old said after the match: “I have said all season that I am not going to speak on my situation. I am not going to go into the details. But days like today are always special. Scoring goals, playing games, winning games, winning titles — they are special moments for me, and I am glad to do my part.”
LIVERPOOL’S TITLE CHARGE AND ALEXANDER-ARNOLD’S IMPACT
The win over Leicester put Liverpool one victory from the Premier League title and confirmed the Foxes’ relegation. Alexander-Arnold’s left-footed strike was crucial, as the Reds struggled in attack. The right-back has scored key goals and earned assists this season, remaining a first-team regular despite uncertainty about his future. Back from injury, he is available for the run-in under Arne Slot, who has guided Liverpool to the top of the table.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR CLUB AND PLAYER?
Liverpool next play in a title decider. Leading the Premier League, they need a victory to win the championship. Many expect Alexander-Arnold to join Madrid regardless of the domestic campaign’s conclusion. Some believe the situation is not hopeless for the Reds after the news that boss Carlo Ancelotti was leaving the La Liga club. Liverpool fans will be hoping the defender remains at Anfield, where he could soon add another league winner’s medal to his collection.
