During the summer transfer window of 2024, Real Madrid caused a stir in Europe by announcing the blockbuster signing of Kylian Mbappe and organizing a grand unveiling for the French superstar. However, Mbappe is not the only high-quality newcomer to the Bernabeu. According to journalist Christian Falk (Bild), Real Madrid’s next target is Liverpool’s right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold. The source indicates that the Bernabeu club has developed specific interest in Alexander-Arnold and has been in contact with his agent for the past month.
The right-back position is one Real Madrid needs to strengthen, with veterans Dani Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez both turning 32 and their contracts expiring in 2025. Therefore, Alexander-Arnold is seen as a complete replacement for the future.
Alexander-Arnold joined Liverpool’s youth academy at the age of six, debuted for the first team in 2016, and has made a total of 310 appearances across all competitions, contributing 19 goals and 81 assists. He has been a key figure in helping “The Reds” win numerous prestigious titles under manager Jurgen Klopp’s tenure.
However, speculation about Alexander-Arnold’s future at Liverpool has surfaced over the past few months, especially with the 25-year-old star entering the final year of his contract. Recently, Anfield has been rumored to be in contact with right-back Lutsharel Geertruida (Feyenoord), the favorite student of new head coach Arne Slot, in case they cannot convince Alexander-Arnold to renew his contract.
If the transfer goes smoothly, Alexander-Arnold will become the next English player to join Real Madrid in the past two years, following Jude Bellingham.
In the 2023/24 season, Bellingham contributed 23 goals and 13 assists, helping “Los Blancos” win La Liga, the Champions League, and the Spanish Super Cup, and becoming a strong candidate for the Ballon d’Or. Therefore, Real Madrid has even more motivation to quickly finalize the Alexander-Arnold deal.
