The Spanish club is reportedly eyeing the versatile right-back, but the likelihood of a deal seems remote at this point.
When Jurgen Klopp announced his summer departure from Liverpool, speculation began to swirl. Reports suggested that Virgil van Dijk was seeking an exit, and Mohamed Salah's future seemed uncertain. Even new signings, brought in under Klopp's tenure, were rumored to be eyeing potential departures. These discussions were typical amidst managerial changes.
However, a fresh rumor has emerged in recent weeks. Real Madrid is reportedly interested in Trent Alexander-Arnold. Not only are they interested, but they are also said to be actively monitoring the situation, ready to make a move. This raises questions beyond mere financial considerations. Emotions and loyalty come into play, given Alexander-Arnold's roots as a Liverpool academy product and supporter. Liverpool fans may recall past transfer sagas, such as Luis Suarez to Barcelona and Fernando Torres to Chelsea, as well as recurring interest from Real Madrid in Steven Gerrard.
Now, attention turns to Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool's vice-captain and a symbol of the club. The prevailing perspective from Liverpool is likely that he is not for sale, dismissing the rumors as agent talk. Yet, even from Madrid's standpoint, the move seems unlikely given the potential cost involved.
Should Alexander-Arnold entertain the idea of leaving Liverpool, it would be a complex decision. He holds considerable bargaining power, having shown no inclination to switch allegiances thus far. Any potential move would demand a significant increase in his salary, likely surpassing his current £180,000 per week wage. Comparisons to Van Dijk's £200,000 weekly earnings and Valverde's £275,000 per week at Real Madrid are inevitable, making any negotiation a costly endeavor.
