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Liverpool manager Arne Slot backed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s commitment after he scored the winner in Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Leicester City. The win puts the Reds on the brink of the Premier League title.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Trent Alexander-Arnold made his comeback from injury and scored a late winner at the King Power Stadium. His goal sealed a vital win for Liverpool against relegated Leicester City. The Reds are now just three points away from clinching the title. Slot praised the right-back and said it would be silly to question his commitment to the club. Instead, he urged people to focus on Alexander-Arnold’s contribution and his history of producing big moments for Liverpool following his ankle injury.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Liverpool lead the league by three points with two games to go. They have led from the front for most of the campaign, and remain three points clear of second place. Alexander-Arnold’s goal was his second in the league this season. Despite missing games through injury, he has been a key player in Liverpool’s title charge. The win also sealed Leicester’s relegation. Meanwhile, Alexander-Arnold’s future remains up in the air as contract talks are yet to reach a conclusion. His current deal expires next summer. While he is yet to commit, fellow players Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk have signed new deals. Slot says his professionalism and performances speak for themselves despite speculation about his future.
WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL AND TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD?
Liverpool’s next game is a crucial outing against top-four chasing Tottenham Hotspur. The fixture could see them crowned champions. They are three points ahead of Arsenal and five clear of Manchester City with two games to play. With Alexander-Arnold fit and firing, all eyes will be on whether they can wrap up the title against Spurs. The future of the England international is another major talking point. Fans will hope he pledges his future to the club, with his deal set to expire next summer.
