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Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea are all keeping track of the situation of Trent Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid. The England defender is not currently looking for a move, but interest from four Premier League sides could make his future one to watch, as per latest transfer news.
Trent Alexander-Arnold remains focused on Real Madrid
Alexander-Arnold left Liverpool in 2025 after spending his whole senior career at the club. He made more than 20 starts during his first season in Madrid. In that time, he had to get used to a new league and a different style of football.
Now, he faces more competition in the team**.** Real Madrid signed Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries during the summer. The move gives manager Jose Mourinho another experienced right-back to choose from.
As reported by ESPN, representatives working with Alexander-Arnold have spoken to several Premier League sides about possible moves. Arsenal and Liverpool are interested while Chelsea and Manchester City were also contacted.
These talks are about possible options for now. Alexander-Arnold is happy at Real Madrid and will stay for the rest of the season**.** A January move is hence unlikely**.** That could change if his situation at Madrid changes and leads him to rethink his plans.
Competition for places creates uncertainty
Alexander-Arnold’s position has attracted attention partly because of the increased competition at Madrid. The arrival of Dumfries could reduce his starts, particularly if Mourinho prefers to rotate his defensive options. As reported by TEAMtalk, the England international expected to play an important role after joining Madrid. He started many games in his first season. However, recent changes to the squad have now raised new questions about his place in the team.
His form at club level also affected his England career. Thomas Tuchel left him out of England’s World Cup squad after his first season in Spain. He has since returned to the England team. The uncertainty around his future has led intermediaries to look at other options. They have spoken to clubs to see what could be possible.
However, contact with English clubs does not mean Alexander-Arnold has asked to leave Real Madrid. For now, the talks simply allow clubs to learn more about his situation. They can then decide if they want to make a serious move in the future.
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Real Madrid
Alexander-Arnold’s Real Madrid stats for the 2025/26 season, as per FOTMOB:
Competition Appearances Assists Chances Created Defensive Contributions
La Liga 21 4 28 41
Champions League 9 1 12 38
Club World Cup 5 1 5 23
Liverpool and rivals continue to monitor
Liverpool have naturally been linked with their former academy player. Alexander-Arnold came through the club’s youth system and became a regular first-team defender before he joined Real Madrid.
Arsenal are also monitoring the position, while Chelsea and Manchester City have been made aware of the defender’s availability should circumstances change. Alexander-Arnold or Real Madrid are not currently pushing for a January deal. The situation will likely be reviewed once the season is over.
For now, Alexander-Arnold will focus on his Real Madrid career. The next few months could be important for him. He will need to fight for regular playing time, especially with another experienced right-back now competing for a place in the team.
Interest from four English teams is only part of the story. Alexander-Arnold is still a Real Madrid player and has no confirmed plans to leave. Any future move will depend on what he wants, how often he plays under Mourinho and what Real Madrid decide to do with him.