Real Madrid is poised to secure a blockbuster transfer, finalizing a five-year deal with Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will become a free agent this summer, according to BBC reports. The 25-year-old, a product of Liverpool’s academy, has been instrumental in the club’s recent success, including their 2019 UEFA Champions League triumph and 2020 Premier League title victory.
Despite Liverpool rejecting Real Madrid’s initial bid in December, stalled contract talks have allowed the Spanish giants to reignite negotiations. Alexander-Arnold’s potential move would see him join a storied list of English players at Real Madrid, including Jude Bellingham, his current national teammate.
Liverpool, leading the Premier League by 12 points, now face a pivotal summer. Key players Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah could also depart as their contracts expire next year, raising questions about the club’s long-term strategy under manager Arne Slot.
