More than ever, Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on Trent Alexander-Arnold, who seems ready to leave Liverpool after a career marked by success with the English club. The player, considered an icon at Anfield, has confided according to Marca that he is now considering a new chapter in his career, in particular a transfer to Real Madrid, next summer at the latest. This situation transformed his departure into a “question of state” for Liverpool, whose leaders are still trying to convince him to stay. Except that AS, this Sunday morning, assures that the deal would even already be 90% closed for next summer!
If Liverpool call Real Madrid in January…
Real Madrid, for their part, adopts a discreet and respectful approach. Relations between the two clubs are good, and in previous discussions Real Madrid had confirmed their interest in Alexander-Arnold. However, Liverpool failed to change the England defender’s mind. Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the Merengues, would happily welcome Alexander-Arnold this January, particularly in the face of injuries which are weakening his team’s defensive sector. If Lucas Vázquez offers temporary guarantees at the right-back position, the remaining seven months of competition pose a problem. A reinforcement like Alexander-Arnold would therefore be crucial if it could be concluded in January.
However, Real Madrid’s strategy is based on a calculated posture: not coming forward to force a transfer. Madrid’s leaders are waiting for Liverpool, under threat of losing a star player for zero euros this summer, to take the initiative, considering a deal that would allow them to acquire the player as early as January, while ensuring Liverpool receive compensation financial. This approach offers a strategic compromise: respect Liverpool and avoid a conflicting arrival, while securing one of the best full-backs to strengthen the Madrid squad. To see if this can materialize in practice.
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To summarize
If Real Madrid would not say no to the arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold in January, the Merengue club intends to play it smart. A plan is already clearly established to leave the door open for this winter.
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