Trent Alexander-Arnold is someone whose future has been a topic of heavy discussion in recent months. The English international's current deal at Liverpool is believed to be running out next summer. That means that one of the best right-backs in the world could be available as a free agent. Of course, Real Madrid have been linked with a move.
Real Madrid have been prolific in recent times when it comes to signing high-profile players as free agents. Just this summer, they brought in Kylian Mbappe after his contract at PSG ran out. Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba had been signed under similar circumstances in the past.
Could the name of Trent be added to that list soon? It remains to be seen seen. But his Liverpool exit is starting to seem increasingly likely.
As reported by MARCA, if there is one thing that the directors of Liverpool and Real Madrid agree on, it is that Trent has no intention of renewing his contract with the Premier League leaders. His position remains firm and that could undoubtedly lead to a change of strategy that could take the defender to Santiago Bernabeu sooner than they thought at Valdebebas.
Real Madrid and Liverpool agree on Trent Alexander-Arnold's future
Considering the magnitude of Real Madrid's injury problems right now, it would not be a bad idea to push for a move for Trent in January. If he is available for a transfer fee that makes sense.
Of course, if Liverpool are indeed convinced that Trent won't agree an extension, they would be in a tough spot. No club would want to see a player of that quality leave as a free agent.
But then, they are very much leading the Premier League title race right now. Can they afford to risk derailing that by letting go of someone like Trent?