There has been speculation over the future of Trent Alexander-Arnold due to the fact that his current contract runs until June 2025, less than a year away.
Real Madrid will be looking to land him on a free transfer next summer, while Liverpool are in talks to sign a new contract to ensure they do not let the local star go.
The 25-year-old right-back has been a teenager at Anfield and has made over ‘300’ appearances. Previously only under manager Jurgen Klopp, he has been working under Arne Slot this season, his second first team manager.
Unlike the German coach, with whom he has formed a strong bond, both are in the process of building a relationship of trust from the ground up.
With interest from the Spanish champions continuing to grow, the England defender revealed his excitement about his new manager in an interview after his first Champions League game against AC Milan.
“For me, it was just an excitement to work under a new manager that I’ve never had before,”
“Having spoken to the manager, I was excited about the plans and the way they talk about it.”
He is one of the best defenders in the world, who can also be decisive in midfield as well as on the right flank, and Liverpool are determined to sign him to a new contract.A release without a transfer fee is not a possibility and Trent should be offered terms close to what he wants.
However, Liverpool’s strict salary structure means that they cannot pay him a Real Madrid-like salary, so they will have to try to convince him not only with money, but also with other aspects. So how will the contract dispute over the team’s vice-captain be settled…?