Liverpool are actively working on a new contract for Trent Alexander-Arnold, but that hasn’t stopped speculation about Real Madrid’s interest in the right-back, with new reports continuing to surface. The England international’s current deal with Liverpool expires at the end of the season, meaning he will be free to negotiate with foreign clubs starting on January 1 if no extension is signed by then.
Liverpool is eager to keep Alexander-Arnold on a long-term basis. According to The Athletic’s James Pearce, discussions between the club and the 26-year-old’s representatives are ongoing as both sides aim to reach an agreement. Despite these negotiations, Real Madrid’s interest in the player has intensified in recent days, especially following a season-ending knee injury to Dani Carvajal, Madrid’s starting right-back.
Spanish outlet Marca reports that Real Madrid is preparing to make a move for Alexander-Arnold in January, but only if he has not yet signed a contract extension with Liverpool. If the negotiations remain unresolved by then, the La Liga giants are expected to present a contract offer to the England international, with the goal of securing him for the 2025/26 season. In the scenario where a pre-contract agreement is reached, Real Madrid could also explore the possibility of bringing him to Spain before the winter transfer window closes. However, Liverpool is unlikely to be open to this, as they would want to keep their star defender through the current season.
The prospect of Real Madrid making an official approach could put Alexander-Arnold in a tough position. Joining the Spanish club would provide the full-back with a strong chance of winning major trophies, and the presence of his close friend, Jude Bellingham, who recently transferred to Madrid, could also be a tempting factor. This connection, along with the opportunity to play for one of Europe’s top clubs, could make it difficult for Alexander-Arnold to turn down an offer from the reigning La Liga champions.
Further fueling speculation about his potential departure is the social media activity of renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Recently, Romano reshared a post from back in March on X (formerly Twitter), which mentioned Real Madrid’s monitoring of Alexander-Arnold’s contract situation at Liverpool. While it is unclear why Romano chose to reshare this now, the timing has raised eyebrows, especially given the current rumors surrounding the player’s future.
The ongoing uncertainty around Alexander-Arnold’s contract situation, combined with Real Madrid’s interest, suggests that significant developments could be on the horizon. While Liverpool remains focused on securing a new deal for one of their key players, the next few months will be critical in determining whether Alexander-Arnold stays at Anfield or embarks on a new chapter in his career with Real Madrid.
