The Trent Alexander-Arnold transfer saga has taken a new turn. In a new update, Liverpool may have handed a big boost to Real Madrid.
Real Madrid might regret not strengthening their defence in the summer transfer window. In a situation completely out of their control, star player Dani Carvajal could miss the rest of this season through injury.
So, this leaves Lucas Vazquez as the only recognised right-back in Real Madrid's squad. Vazquez is a great asset to have, but Real Madrid are sweating in case he picks up an injury too.
Naturally, then, Real Madrid will be active in the January transfer window. Their preferred right-back option seems to be Trent Alexander-Arnold, with Liverpool handing the Spanish club a major boost.
Liverpool gift Real Madrid a major Trent Alexander-Arnold transfer boost
According to a new report from MARCA, Liverpool are now beginning to accept that Trent Alexander-Arnold won't sign a new contract. They haven't given up just yet but as the days go on, it is more likely that Liverpool will sell Trent Alexander-Arnold in the January transfer window.
This would suit Real Madrid. While Los Blancos often wait to sign such players on free deals, they are not afforded the same luxury this time around, due to the demands of the squad.
MARCA claims that Real Madrid know that Liverpool will be open to selling Trent Alexander-Arnold in the January transfer window. It is expected that Liverpool could still ask for a significant amount of money. Real Madrid will decide their next moves based on what happens in the coming weeks.
Trent Alexander-Arnold would come in and slot straight into the right-back role. The choice between him and Dani Carvajal is down to Carlo Ancelotti, but Trent is a better option than Lucas Vazquez.
The Liverpool defender is a player who Carlo Ancelotti knows well, from his days managing Liverpool's rivals Everton. Indeed, the Real Madrid manager is believed to be central to the push.