Madrid are sold on the Liverpool right-back’s talents. Here's why the European champions are so keen to sign him

Real Madrid want Trent Alexander-Arnold to follow in Kylian Mbappe's footsteps by leaving Liverpool on a free transfer to join their ranks

Trent Alexander-Arnold entered the winter transfer market under a cloud of uncertainty. Despite signing off from 2024 with a goal for Liverpool against West Ham, it wasn’t long before Real Madrid were pestering the club about signing him in January.

Real Madrid have encountered a significant setback in their pursuit to sign Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold, as Bayern Munich have reportedly 'taken a firm step' to secure the English defender's signature.

Real Madrid have received confirmation of the immediate plans of Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is expected to hook up with the Bernabeu side on a free transfer in the summer.

Liverpool have dropped Real Madrid transfer target Trent Alexander-Arnold from their EFL Cup semi-final first XI

Arnold's Liverpool future remains uncertain, particularly in the wake of that awful display against Manchester United. Now even Real Madrid players are being asked about his future.

Los Blancos almost never miss out on their big targets, so it feels increasingly likely that the England right-back will be another big signing