[WEGO Sports News] 345 games 109 attack points, 'Liverpool's heart TAA' to be transplanted to Real Madrid

Liverpool's key defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is increasingly likely to transfer to Real Madrid. According to Spanish media, reports suggest that negotiations between the two clubs are virtually in the final stages.

Spanish media Cadena SER reported on the 25th (GMT+9) that Trent Alexander-Arnold has verbally agreed to a 4-year contract with Real Madrid, and Alexander-Arnold, whose contract with Liverpool is set to expire on June 30, 2025, has rejected a contract renewal offer, making his transfer to Real Madrid highly likely.

Within Real Madrid, there is a strong belief that this transfer is beyond mere rumors and is almost certain. The media added that Real Madrid is preparing significant moves in the summer transfer window, with Alexander-Arnold being central to those plans, and while Liverpool tried to persuade him to renew his contract, it appears the player has rejected this and accepted Real Madrid's offer.

In particular, Liverpool is known to be giving more opportunities to Conor Bradley in preparation for Alexander-Arnold's absence. Bradley is likely to take over the right-back position after Arnold's departure.

The British media outlet Teamtalk also reported on the same day that within Real Madrid, the signing of Alexander Arnold is already considered complete, and that his joining is almost a fait accompli as all detailed conditions such as contract duration, bonuses, and weekly wages have been finalized.

Liverpool are facing contract expirations of key players including Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk this summer, but internally, the club's biggest concern is said to be Alexander-Arnold's transfer. TeamTalk analyzed that Alexander-Arnold has been attracting interest from Real Madrid for about 18 months, and this transfer is a plan that has been prepared for a long time.

Alexander Arnold was rumored to leave the team during the last winter transfer window, but decided to stay at Liverpool until this season. Currently, Liverpool is competing for the title in the Premier League and is considered a strong contender to win the Champions League. He seems to want to make a beautiful ending by lifting the last trophy with the team this season.

Alexander Arnold has appeared in 35 games this season, recording 3 goals and 7 assists, continuing to show outstanding performance. He has played a total of 345 games for Liverpool, recording 22 goals and 87 assists, establishing himself as an iconic player who shared the team's golden age.