Real Madrid have long agreed to terms with Trent Alexander Arnold, who becomes a free agent at the end of June. The point of contention, however, is that Madrid want him early for the Club World Cup, which begins in mid-June, and Liverpool are not having any of it.
According to reports, Liverpool are already upset that Los Blancos stole one of their finest players on a free transfer, and having to let him leave early on top of that is not well received on Merseyside.
Previously, the English club imposed two conditions on Real Madrid and Trent to allow the player to transfer to Spain in the first week of June. However, the English club was later irritated by the fact that another of their players, whom Real Madrid are heavily interested in, was acting like Trent and refusing contract extensions.
However, a huge update just happened. According to The Times, talks between Real Madrid and Liverpool have suddenly escalated, with indications from Spain indicating that a deal to let Trent join Madrid early might be reached within the next 24 hours.
Real Madrid counts on Trent Alexander Arnold not only for the future, but also for the present
Xabi Alonso is a fan of Trent. He really values the player and is eager to include him in his Club World Cup squad. And there are plenty of valid reasons to be enamored with the player.
Trent will be one of the finest players of Xabi's team if the Spanish manager decides to use his famous 3-5-2 formation in Madrid.
This way, the Englishman's most strong attributes will be fully utilized, and he will have fewer defensive responsibilities, which he is still not particularly adept at.
The Club World Cup begins on June 15, with Real Madrid taking on Al-Hilal on June 18. There is also the prospect that Madrid may confront a familiar face in the game against Al Hilal.