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While Real Madrid finalizes preparations to unveil Trent Alexander-Arnold at their Valdebebas training complex on Thursday, Liverpool supporters have largely redirected their focus to a summer of transformative arrivals.
The imminent deals of Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez have galvanized optimism at Anfield, softening the emotional blow of losing a player who spent 20 years at the club.
But after Tuesday’s presentation of Dean Huijsen, the former Bournemouth defender acquired for €50 million, the La Liga giants now want to show off their newest toy.
Real Madrid have announced that Trent Alexander-Arnold and his unveiling will happen at 2:30 PM local time at Real Madrid City on Thursday, June 12.
The ceremony will follow the traditional appearance of president Florentino Pérez, will include a signing ritual, media address, as well as the skills show.
Madrid’s unveiling tradition historically marked by grandeur like Kylian Mbappe’s 80,000-spectator like last summer.
But the with the Bernabéu undergoing renovations, the event will occur at the training complex, mirroring Dean Huijsen’s low-key presentation earlier this week
Madrid’s decision to pay Liverpool €10 million for an early release – allowing his participation in the Club World Cup – means they see the 26-year-old as a key part of their aspirations for the tournament this summer.
Los Blancos official statement on the Trent Alexander-Arnold unveiling reads:
“Real Madrid C.F. announces that the presentation of our player Trent Alexander-Arnold will take place tomorrow, Thursday, at 12:30pm CEST, at Real Madrid City.”
“Prior to this, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez will welcome Trent Alexander-Arnold for the formal signing ceremony that will link our new player to the club for the next six seasons.”
“After the presentation, Trent Alexander-Arnold will speak to the media in the press room at Real Madrid City.”