Real Madrid go second for Trent Alexander-Arnold

This Wednesday evening, Real Madrid experienced its first big disappointment in a long time. During the 2nd day of the Champions League, Carlo Ancelotti’s team lost on the LOSC pitch (0-1), the first defeat for the Madrid club since… January 2024. And obviously, this defeat did not was appreciated at all by the leaders of the club, but also not the Spanish press which did not take long before giving some explanations at the level of the Madrilenians since the start of the season.

In addition to coaching that can be singled out, the press (just like the supporters) has mainly targeted the almost non-existent recruitment of Real Madrid for several seasons. The absence of Karim Benzema had never been compensated and last season, it was a heroic Joselu who took over while waiting for Mbappé this summer. But in several positions, Madrid’s training seems limited. This is particularly the case in defense with the absence of an understudy for Dani Carvajal or in central defense. Precisely, this summer, the name of Trent Alexander-Arnold was mentioned by Real Madrid to succeed Carvajal at the end of the season. The England international seemed to tick all the boxes and reach the end of his adventure with the Reds.

Discussions began

Interest from both parties had been mentioned in the Spanish press. This Thursday, things seem to be moving in the right direction. According to media information Relevothe Madrid leaders have officially started discussions with the entourage of the player who reaches the end of his contract in 2025. A perfect opportunity to recover him without transfer compensation and thus ensure the right corridor for the next season. The club considers this transfer as a market opportunity since a player like Achraf Hakimi, also tracked in this position, risks extending his contract to PSG and therefore being expensive.

Proof that Real Madrid can be optimistic in this matter, just like Alphonso Davies, Trent Alexander-Arnold has not accepted any contract extension offer with Liverpool and is waiting before making his decision. The latest offer from the Reds, recent, had no response. His versatility quickly convinced the club’s leaders who also saw beyond the needs of Carlo Ancelotti’s team. But there will logically be competition in this matter. Relevo specifies that Real Madrid can count on Jude Bellingham, a great friend of the player, to convince him to sign in Spain. To be continued, but the Merengues have clearly taken a step ahead in recent weeks.