On May 5, 2025, Trent Alexander-Arnold confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season, marking the end of a 20-year journey with his boyhood club. The 26-year-old defender, a product of Liverpool’s academy since age six, is expected to join Real Madrid as a free agent, with a six-year deal reportedly in its final stages.
A Legacy at Anfield: Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool as a Premier League and Champions League winner, with 64 assists—the most by a defender in Premier League history.
New Challenge: Trent Alexander-Arnold
The right-back’s exit comes after a season of speculation, with Real Madrid pursuing him for over two years. Despite Liverpool’s recent Premier League title win under Arne Slot, Alexander-Arnold’s desire for a new challenge, possibly influenced by the chance to play alongside stars like Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé, has led him to the Spanish giants. His departure, however, stings for Liverpool fans, as the club loses a £100million asset for free due to stalled contract talks.
Alexander-Arnold called the decision “the hardest of my life,” reflecting on his deep ties to Liverpool. As he prepares for a new chapter at the Santiago Bernabeu, Liverpool now faces the challenge of replacing their dynamic vice-captain, with Conor Bradley and potential transfers like Strasbourg’s Guela Doue in the frame.
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