The battle between Liverpool and Real Madrid for Trent Alexander-Arnold began in earnest this year. With less than six months left on his contract, the Spanish club attempted to acquire him during this winter transfer window.
The Merseyside clubs would not let go of their main man at this time, and the battle of persuasion between the powerhouses over the deal is now going on for this summer.
Fabrizio Romano explains the developments around the player and says that while Real Madrid’s offer this winter was unsuccessful, they are confident they can get him without a transfer fee, while Liverpool are not going to give up at the last minute.
“I keep receiving questions on Trent Alexander-Arnold.”
“The expectation is that nothing will happen in January. I don’t expect any move for Trent Alexander-Arnold.”
‘Real Madrid tried at the beginning of the window, but they understood immediately that for Liverpool, it was not the case to negotiate €25-30 million.”
“Liverpool want to keep Trent Alexander-Arnold; they want to try to extend his contract until the end of the season, until they have a chance.”
“So, Liverpool will try and try and try.”
“At the same time, I keep repeating: Trent is the number one, two, and three target for Real Madrid for the summer transfer window.”
“So Real Madrid are working on that. Real Madrid will have official contacts to present their project, to push with their proposal.”
“Real Madrid remains absolutely convinced and confident that they can bring Trent to the club in the summer on a free transfer.”
“So that’s the case for Real Madrid, ready for a big push to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold.”
“Liverpool never had any intention to negotiate in January, and it’s also important to say that Liverpool want to try until the end.”
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