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Trent Alexander-Arnold reportedly sees Liverpool as his “first choice” club if he ends up leaving Real Madrid in 2027, according to a significant new claim.
There has been plenty of focus on the right-back’s future of late, with his one-and-a-half years at Real Madrid not going to plan, and starts coming at a premium.
Despite this, journalist Pete O’Rourke has said that Alexander-Arnold wants to prove himself in Spain, rather than leaving so early during his time there:
“There’ll always be speculation over his situation, but I don’t think Trent has given up on his Real Madrid dream just yet. He’s under a long-term contract until 2031. I don’t think Real are actively pushing him out the door either right now. So yeah, look, I think the player is ready and waiting for his chance and ready to prove himself.”
But now, writing on X, a respected source has claimed that Alexander-Arnold is still eyeing a return to Liverpool, saying: “Trent Alexander-Arnold’s first choice is LFC and he wants his boyhood club to bid for him.”
Trent Alexander-Arnold should never have left Liverpool
Alexander-Arnold has reached such an important stage in his career, with the Englishman suddenly 28 years of age, potentially peaking as a footballer soon.
He is struggling in Madrid, so much so that leaving may be best for him, but should Liverpool seal a reunion?
There is no denying his elite ability on the ball and unique qualities as a creative full-back, with Jurgen Klopp showing his love for him during their time working together:
“He has been a fantastic player from the first day. An outstanding talent and he has turned into a world-class football player. It is rare as a manager that you are part of a journey for such a long time. Trent has never had a different manager so it will be good for him to get new influences in the future. But he can be happy with the steps he has made.”
There have to be question marks regarding Alexander-Arnold’s attitude and defensive work, however, considering how many managers seemingly have an issue with him, both for club and country.
For that reason, Liverpool should avoid bringing him back to the club next year, and there must surely be a part of him that regrets leaving in the first place.