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Trent Alexander-Arnold is leaving Liverpool to join Real Madrid. He will sign a five-year contract. The English right-back wants to win one more Premier League title before leaving Anfield.
THE DEAL IS DONE
The transfer story has finally ended. Alexander-Arnold will join Real Madrid after his Liverpool contract ends this summer. They are preparing the documents now, with both clubs and the player agreeing verbally. The 26-year-old defender will sign a five-year contract to stay at the Santiago Bernabéu until 2030.
LIVERPOOL LEGACY
Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool after an amazing career at his childhood club. He capped it off with another Premier League title this season. He has been key to Liverpool’s success under Jurgen Klopp and in moving to Arne Slot’s era. His departure ends an era at Anfield, but the club has secured new contracts for other key players, like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, who were also nearing the end of their deals.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
For Real Madrid, this signing is a major success in their summer transfer strategy. Los Blancos are leading La Liga and still competing for the Champions League under Carlo Ancelotti. However, rumors suggest Xabi Alonso might replace Ancelotti next season, letting Alexander-Arnold work with the former Liverpool midfielder. Madrid want Alexander-Arnold available for the FIFA Club World Cup in June.
POTENTIAL EARLY MOVE?
Reports say Real Madrid are trying to get the transfer done early so Alexander-Arnold can play in the FIFA Club World Cup. Liverpool might agree if three conditions are met: the player requests the move, he waives his June salary (around €900,000), and Real Madrid pays Liverpool compensation. This would be an unusual arrangement in modern transfers.
WHAT NEXT FOR BOTH CLUBS?
Liverpool must now find a replacement for one of the most creative right-backs in football history. The club is at the top of the Premier League table, having recently won the title under new manager Arne Slot in his first season. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is building one of Europe’s strongest squads. Alexander-Arnold joining will add to their impressive talent for next season’s competitions.
